Cramond Primary School

Overview

The inspection team found that staff work together effectively to create "calm, nurturing and supportive learning environments," resulting in strong attainment in literacy and numeracy. Children are described as "polite, happy and enthusiastic," showing "respect, care and kindness" while taking pride in their school. The report concludes that the school has the capacity to continue to improve without further visits.

Strengths

• Staff create supportive environments that support "strong attainment in literacy and numeracy."
• Children are "polite, happy and enthusiastic," enjoying learning and showing "respect, care and kindness."
• There are "very good opportunities" for children to develop leadership skills through clubs, committees, and groups.
• Primary staff and children use digital technology "very well" to develop communication, critical thinking, and creativity.

Areas to improve

• Senior leaders should develop new approaches to checking on children’s progress across all curricular areas to enhance planning.
• Nursery staff should develop consistency in gathering assessment information to ensure progress is tracked more effectively over time.

Safeguarding

The report does not contain specific statements regarding safeguarding arrangements or outcomes.