Netherburn Primary School

Overview

Inspectors found a school with “highly effective leadership” and a “vibrant learning environment” where children feel “welcomed and valued.” The report highlights a “highly inclusive learning environment” built on positive relationships, noting that staff work well as a team to ensure children make “very good progress.”

Strengths

• “Highly effective leadership” by the headteacher, leading a “passionate team” that creates a welcoming community.
• Children are described as “articulate, friendly and empathetic,” gaining valuable skills through diverse experiences.
• A “highly inclusive learning environment” supported by “positive, nurturing relationships” helps children thrive.
• Strong “quality of partnerships” with families and the community, supported by meaningful professional learning for staff.

Areas to improve

• Continue to build on effective practice to plan learning experiences that promote “independence, creativity and curiosity.”
• Continue to develop the nursery playroom and outdoor space as a “literacy and numeracy rich environment.”

Safeguarding

The Care Inspectorate evaluated the early learning and childcare setting as “very good” for nurturing care and support, with no requirements or areas for improvement identified.