Littleton CofE Infant School

Overview

Littleton C of E Infant School continues to be a good school, characterised by a nurturing environment where pupils ‘thrive’ and feel safe. Leaders have implemented a well-structured curriculum that supports all learners, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, fostering resilience and enthusiasm for learning.

Strengths

• Parents praise the ‘family feel’ and positive, warm relationships that permeate the school.
• The curriculum is carefully planned with ‘enquiry questions’ to stimulate thinking, ensuring pupils achieve well.
• Early reading is taught especially well, with staff rapidly correcting misconceptions and celebrating efforts through ‘reading awards’.
• Pupils benefit from inclusive extra-curricular opportunities, such as forest school and clubs, which support their wider development.
• Staff model strong communication skills, resulting in pupils who are increasingly confident and articulate.

Areas to improve

• Assessment in some subjects is not as precise as in reading; staff do not always identify gaps or misconceptions quickly enough.
• Leaders need to ensure staff develop assessment practices across all subjects to accurately understand pupil progress.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with an ‘effective culture of safeguarding’ where staff receive regular training, keep detailed records, and act quickly on concerns.