Springhead Infant and Nursery School

Overview

Springhead Infant and Nursery School is described as a "happy school" where "pupils flourish" and are "self-assured, skilful and happy learners." The inspection found that the school meets safeguarding standards and delivers a high-quality education, with most evaluation areas rated at a "Strong standard," while the early years provision meets the "Expected standard."

Strengths

• Pupils achieve highly in subjects such as mathematics and physical education, becoming "proficient speakers, readers and writers" with secure long-term knowledge.
• Attendance has risen to above average due to "relentless, well-thought-out actions" by leaders, with persistent absence falling sharply.
• The curriculum is "meticulously designed," allowing staff to teach subject knowledge effectively and adapt teaching to individual needs, including for pupils with SEND.
• Leaders have established a successful culture of inclusion, expertly identifying and supporting the needs of disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND from an early stage.
• Staff wellbeing is high, supported by a culture of "professionalism, teamwork and respect" and effective professional learning opportunities.

Areas to improve

• Leaders should ensure that activities used in the early years help children learn the curriculum as effectively as possible, as some current selections do not support learning optimally.

Safeguarding

The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.