Hart Plain Infant School

Overview

Hart Plain Infant School continues to be a good school, characterised by an inclusive, nurturing culture where pupils are happy and eager. The new leadership team has driven significant positive change, fostering strong staff relationships and a clear vision for improvement.

Strengths

• Pupils develop a love of learning through fun, engaging activities and positive habits promoted by ‘Learning Heroes’ such as ‘Eddie Effort’ and ‘Casey Courage’.
• Reading is a top priority, with fully trained staff delivering a phonics programme that enables pupils to read and write with confidence.
• The mathematics curriculum ensures pupils become fluent and confident, building a secure foundation from Reception through Key Stage 1.
• Staff build trusting relationships with pupils, resulting in positive behaviour where bullying rarely occurs and is dealt with swiftly.
• Governors provide effective support and challenge, while staff workload is considered and new leaders receive necessary support.

Areas to improve

• Leaders must ensure pupils at risk of falling behind due to recent curriculum revisions in some subjects receive support to catch up quickly.
• Leaders should continue working with families to improve attendance for pupils who do not attend school regularly enough.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with warm, trusting relationships ensuring pupils feel safe and know how to report worries.