Good news for Frogmore Junior School

Ofsted visited Frogmore Junior School in March, with the inspector finding that the school continues to be a 'good' school, particularly praising the school as a happy, inclusive school where “warm relationships permeate all aspects of school life (and) pupils feel safe and know that staff always listen to them”.

The inspector praised the high expectations the school has for all the children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and noted that “typically, pupils achieve well”. She noted the new, ambitious curriculum, which has been introduced for all children and commended teachers on knowing “exactly what to teach and when to teach it”.

The inspector saw that there are high aspirations that all children will succeed, and she recognised that “Pupils with SEND are flourishing and learning well.” She praised the support in place for those children with SEND, noting that the school “identifies and considers pupils’ additional needs effectively. Teachers write precise and useful targets for pupils with SEND.”

The inspection report acknowledges that “Reading is a priority across the school”. It states that the school identifies high-quality children’s literature for pupils to read and study and the texts reflect the school’s commitment to diversity and inclusion; it also notes the well-established phonics programme.

The inspector also praised the school’s work on pupils’ personal development which is a strength of the school. Pupils respect the views of others, politely disagreeing if need be and celebrate difference.

Headteacher Emma Rodziewicz commented, “We are delighted that our school has again been rated 'good' in its most recent Ofsted inspection. Thank you to everyone within the school community who has supported and worked extremely hard to ensure the children are at the centre of every decision we make, so they can reach their full potential and the school continues to flourish.”