Ofsted
We are delighted to share with you highlights of our successful Ofsted report. Little Horsted CE Primary School is a GOOD school. Thank you for your continued support; we hope you feel as proud of your children as we do.
Here are some of the lead inspector’s findings that reflect the quality of education provided by our school:
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"Pupils here are enthusiastic and articulate about their school and learning."
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"They enjoy coming to this nurturing and welcoming school."
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"The ethos of ‘letting your light shine’ is fostered across the school."
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"Expectations for behaviour are high."
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"Pupils understand why the three rules of being ‘ready, respectful and safe’ are important."
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"Instances of bullying are rare, but pupils are rightly confident that any incidents will be dealt with."
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"The student play leaders take their roles seriously and organise playtime games for their peers."
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"In the dining hall, there is a calm atmosphere and pupils chat happily among themselves."
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"Leaders have high aspirations for what pupils will achieve in this school."
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"Leaders ensure that pupils in the early years have a strong start to their education."
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"There is a coherent approach to the teaching of reading."
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"Pupils read books which are matched to the sounds they have learned. As a result, they are confident when reading."
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"The curriculum meets the needs of mixed-aged classes effectively."
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"Pupils recall their learning across the curriculum and are eager to share this."
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"Teachers regularly check pupils’ understanding of concepts. They use this information to address any misconceptions effectively."
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"Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported to access the full curriculum."
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"Leaders ensure that everyone is welcome in the school."
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"Pupils rise to the high expectations for their behaviour."
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"Pupils have a wide range of opportunities at this school."
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"Pupils recall their learning in personal, social and health education and relate this to their own lives."
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"They talk proudly about being a member of the school council, eco-council and being a play leader."
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"Leaders have developed a culture of vigilance in the school."
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"Pupils confidently recall the strategies they have been taught to stay safe.”
Ofsted Report January 2023
Please find below the link to our most recent OFSTED inspection report which took place in January 2023: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/21/114557