Chater Infant School

Overview

This ungraded inspection confirms that Chater Infant School remains ‘good’, with evidence suggesting it might achieve ‘outstanding’ if a graded inspection were conducted now. The report describes a school where ‘pupils thrive and flourish’ within an inclusive environment that embraces diverse cultures and sets high expectations through the ‘Chater Charter’.

Strengths

• The curriculum is ‘precisely structured’ and routinely evaluated to meet differing needs, including for pupils new to English and those with special educational needs.
• Teachers use effective strategies in core subjects, such as breaking down mathematics into ‘manageable steps’ and providing clear models in art, leading to strong pupil retention and understanding.
• Pupils ‘behave exceptionally well’, demonstrating kindness, respect, and attentiveness, while older pupils support younger ones as ‘school buddies’.
• Strong partnerships with families and local specialists ensure vulnerable pupils are ‘meticulously tracked’ and supported in their social, emotional, and academic development.
• Leaders and governors work effectively together, with staff feeling ‘very supported’ and committed to reviewing their skills to provide the best education.

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with adults looking after pupils well and creating an open culture that puts pupils’ interests first.