St Edward's CofE Academy Cheddleton

Overview

This ungraded inspection found that the school’s work “may have improved significantly across all areas” since the previous inspection, prompting a future graded review. The report describes a nurturing environment where pupils “thrive and achieve exceptionally well” within a curriculum that is “particularly well designed.” Leaders and staff are praised for their commitment to high expectations and pupil well-being.

Strengths

• The curriculum is “particularly well designed,” with staff delivering it “with precision” to ensure pupils develop “rich and deep knowledge.”
• Pupils achieve “particularly well in phonics,” becoming “fluent readers” who “develop a love of reading.”
• The school’s “inclusive approach” ensures pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “learn alongside their peers” and access the same rich curriculum.
• Pupils are “extremely attentive in class” and “play co-operatively,” with effective support in place for those finding behaviour challenging.
• Personal development is enhanced through opportunities like “reflection time” and clubs, helping pupils understand “cultural and religious diversity.”

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”