Two Rivers Church of England Primary

Overview

Pupils “flourish” at this welcoming school, where staff foster courage and confidence. The curriculum is “designed exceptionally well,” enabling all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to “achieve extremely well.” The school is described as a “calm and purposeful place to learn” with outstanding behaviour and attitudes.

Strengths

• Leaders have created a curriculum that is “designed exceptionally well,” with careful consideration of what pupils need to know and when.
• Teachers “expertly check on what pupils know and can do,” using this information skilfully to adapt future learning and support retention.
• Reading is a high priority; pupils read with “increasing fluency and accuracy,” supported by an expertly delivered phonic programme.
• Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive “precise and well thought out” plans, allowing them to learn the same ambitious curriculum as their peers.
• Leaders prioritise wider development, providing opportunities that align with school values, helping pupils develop a “mature understanding of tolerance and equality.”

Areas to improve

The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with leaders ensuring that keeping children safe is “everyone’s responsibility” and staff acting quickly to support vulnerable pupils.