Great Alne Primary has been through a period of substantial change since January 2023. We are grateful for the support of both Shires and Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trusts, who have worked closely with new members of staff to enable rapid progress. For those of us who have arrived even more recently, we have liaised very closely with a wealth of experienced colleagues throughout this transition to continue this work.

 

Ofsted Monitoring Inspection Report – May 2024: Progress and Improvements

We are pleased to share positive feedback from our latest Ofsted monitoring inspection in May 2024. The report highlights several key improvements since the last inspection, demonstrating the progress we are making as a school:

 

Strong Leadership

Since the appointment of our new headteacher in December 2023, significant progress has been made in accelerating school improvements, with a clear focus on addressing areas of weakness.

Boosting Reading Skills

 A renewed emphasis on reading has brought a love of reading back to the school. Daily phonics lessons, class reading sessions, and a new school library have all contributed to this positive change.

 Support for SEND Pupils 

A new policy has been introduced to improve support for pupils with special educational needs, leading to better identification and provision, although we continue to build on these gains.

Pupils’ Personal Development

We have enhanced the teaching of personal, social, and health education, with educational trips being introduced to enrich pupils’ learning experiences.

Behaviour for Learning

School routines and expectations for behaviour are well established, with pupils being more engaged and following rules consistently.

Safeguarding and Attendance

Safeguarding procedures remain strong, and efforts are ongoing to improve attendance rates.

We are proud of the progress made and remain committed to ensuring that Great Alne Primary School continues to improve. Our staff, parents, and pupils are united in their enthusiasm and support for the school’s future success.

The most recent Ofsted Report can be found here