What Ofsted and others say

So what do Ofsted say?

Stebon School had its most recent section 8 inspection in January 2020.

Here’s just some of what the inspection team had to say about us:

“There is enough evidence of improved performance to suggest that the school could be judged outstanding if we were to carry out a section 5 inspection now."

“Pupils are excited to come to school every day. Parents and carers typically told us that their children do not want to leave after each school day. This is because they enjoy the contagious buzz of learning around the school. Pupils and adults show a genuine love for learning. As a result, pupils in this school achieve highly."

“Pupils behaviour is exemplary."

"Pupils are highly motivated and focus on their learning."

"Parents are confident that their children are safe at school."

"Leaders have designed a well considered curriculum."

“Curriculum leaders are experts in the subjects they lead. They have a deep understanding of the knowledge and skills that pupils need to do well."

“All pupils have full access to all subjects."

“Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are included in all aspects of the curriculum and achieve well."

“School leaders and all staff are trained as expert teachers of reading. Pupils receive high quality teaching of phonics every day."

“Pupils grow in confidence as they get plenty of opportunities to learn beyond the planned curriculum.”

What do others say?

Parents

“Happy with the school for always giving us parents opportunities to see what my son is doing in class.”

“My children are enjoying school very much.”

“I loved looking at my son's class with him and he loved showing it as well.”

“The children are free from bullying - Education is fun for them to learn.”

Pupils

"They really do care about your learning."

Others

"Everywhere we went, we saw irresistable, enchanted learning. The physical environment bedecked with fairy-lights and festoons, the children energised, excited and empowered.I left feeling deeply enriched and inspired."

“This is a highly collaboration environment; a very rich & uplifting place to visit. The immense commitment to the learning & development of great teachers who go on to be great leaders was displayed by everyone.”