Tel: 01642 817713 Head Teacher: Mrs S Thorpe Email: office@whinneybanks.org.uk SEND Coordinator: Mrs N Watson & Mrs V Wales Chair of Governors: Mr. M Pottinger Designated Safeguarding Leads: Mrs S Thorpe & Mrs V Wales

Whinneybanks Primary School

Ofsted

The latest inspection from Ofsted rated us as good in all areas and outstanding in Early Year Foundation Stage.

Other comments include: :

  • Pupils are proud of their school and enjoy the many opportunities that they experience.
  • Warm, supportive relationships are a strength at the school. These help pupils to feel happy and safe in school.
  • The school has high expectations for pupils’ behaviour and progress through the curriculum. Pupils rise to these and, typically, they achieve well.
  • Pupils behave well. Many demonstrate positive and respectful behaviour.
  • Pupils benefit from many enrichment opportunities. They enjoy trips to places of interest that help them to understand the world around them and bring learning to life.
  • Many pupils take part in the wide range of extra-curricular clubs which help to nurture their talents and interests.
  • Reading is a high priority in the school. Pupils develop a love of reading from an early age.
  • There is a sharp focus on developing children’s communication and language skills in the early years. This helps children to gain the vocabulary they need for future learning.
  • The school is very inclusive. It caters well for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and identifies pupils’ individual needs accurately.
  • Children in the early years experience a rich curriculum. Staff set out activities that promote learning well, including language development and independence. Children are highly engaged in these. Children demonstrate great pride in their work.
  • The programme for enrichment and personal development has many strong aspects.
  • The school has established behaviour routines that pupils follow well. The school takes effective action to ensure positive attendance for all. As a result, many pupils attend well.

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