Mount Pleasant Infants

Overview

Mount Pleasant Infants is described as an "aspirational school" that serves as a "vibrant hub of high expectations, inclusion and happiness." The report highlights a "remarkably engaging, ambitious and inclusive culture" where pupils feel safe and are "excited about their learning." Leaders have successfully fostered an environment where pupils’ best interests are central, resulting in a community where children are "extremely well prepared for the next stage of their education."

Strengths

• The curriculum is "carefully constructed" so pupils "build and deepen their knowledge over time," with 'large questions' broken down to ensure key learning is revisited.
• Reading is the "backbone of the curriculum," with a "highly effective" promotion of a love of reading through a "rich and diverse range of texts."
• Pupils’ behaviour is "exemplary," characterised by "friendly, respectful and kind" relationships between staff and pupils.
• Personal development is "exceptional," with pupils developing a "profound understanding of different faiths and beliefs" and learning to treat others equally.
• Early years provision allows children to make an "excellent start," thriving in an environment that nurtures their "natural curiosity of the world."

Areas to improve

• Attendance for some pupils is "not as good as it could be," though leaders are taking "decis action" and working with families to find solutions.

Safeguarding

The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."