The Gattons Infant School

The Gattons Infant School has made commendable progress since its last inspection, moving from a requires improvement status to a good rating overall. Pupils thrive in an encouraging environment where they take pride in their learning and are well-prepared for future education. The school emphasizes a broad and ambitious curriculum, with strong support for pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), allowing them to achieve well across subjects. Teachers have high expectations and utilize good assessment strategies, contributing positively to the overall school experience. Despite these strengths, there are areas that need refinement. Some lessons lack precise objectives, which hinders the potential for all pupils to achieve their best. Additionally, while there is an effective assessment system in place, it is not uniformly applied across all subjects, particularly in phonics instruction, where gaps in understanding may go unaddressed. Overall, while the school excels in nurturing a positive learning atmosphere, attention must be given to enhancing lesson design and assessment practices to ensure all pupils can fully capitalize on their learning opportunities.