Saltney Ferry CP

Overview

Saltney Ferry C.P. School is described as a “caring and supportive learning environment” where pupils develop positive attitudes and characteristics for lifelong learning. However, progress is inconsistent after a strong start, with insufficient development in key areas such as reading, writing, and digital skills. The report states the school is “in need of significant improvement” due to inadequate self-evaluation and inconsistent teaching expectations.

Strengths

• Pupils make a “highly positive start” and develop knowledge and skills quickly in the early years.
• Staff create “calm and purposeful learning environments” and treat pupils with respect and consideration.
• There is a “strong culture of safeguarding” that helps pupils feel safe and secure.
• Pupils develop a sound understanding of well-being, diversity, and global issues, showing empathy for others.
• The new headteacher has quickly established a constructive relationship with staff and sets a positive example.

Areas to improve

• Improve pupils’ reading, writing, Welsh language, and digital skills, which do not develop well enough over time.
• Ensure teachers maintain high expectations and challenge all pupils to achieve consistently.
• Implement effective procedures to evaluate the school’s work and address shortcomings robustly.

Safeguarding

The report confirms there is a “strong culture of safeguarding in the school that helps pupils to feel safe and secure,” including effective curriculum opportunities to keep themselves safe online.