OFSTED

Graffham OFSTED – 2021 (good)

‘This is a nurturing, supportive school that has our child’s happiness at the centre of all that it does.’

Key points from the report:

Graffham is a vibrant school where learning is engaging and exciting.
Reading is a high priority. Staff use their expert knowledge to support pupils and help them to learn to read quickly.
Playtimes are harmonious. Pupils and staff do not accept any form of bullying or unkindness.
Staff have high expectations.
Pupils feel confident in reporting any concerns they may have and feel that they will be acted upon.
Leaders make sure that the needs of the small number of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified appropriately

Duncton OFSTED – 2024 (good)

‘The school has an absolute laser focus on the child which results in thriving children ready for the outside world.’

Key points from the report:

The school is ambitious for what all pupils can achieve, regardless of their needs
The school has clear and high expectations for pupils’ behaviour.
The school has developed an impressive programme to
support pupils’ individual needs and wider development.
The curriculum is ambitious and well planned.
Teachers have strong subject knowledge. They use this to present learning clearly. This supports pupils to achieve well, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
The school prepares pupils well for their future lives.

SIAMS

Graffham SIAMS – 2019

Key findings:

The Christian character of the school is shown through its ethos of nurture which results in a school community feeling that they are part of a family.
Behaviour and relationships are warm and welcoming
and create a positive, happy and secure environment.
The school’s inclusive, child centred curriculum recognises every child as unique.
Collective worship is invitational, inclusive and is developing pupils’ spirituality.

Duncton SIAMS – 2017

Key findings:

The distinctiveness and effectiveness of Duncton as a Church of England school are outstanding.
A very strong Christian vision of leadership, based on Christian values and their biblical teaching, firmly
underpins all aspects of school life.
The distinct Christian setting where all God’s children are valued and pupil voice shapes school improvement.
The wide range of high quality opportunities and experiences encourage the Spiritual development of all pupils.