The teaching of English through other subjects, such as history and geography, is particularly skilled and is leading pupils to good gains in knowledge, high standards of writing and very good development of speaking and listening skills. Older pupils are encouraged to find information, present this orally with confidence and to question each other about the findings. Individuals who have particular talents, such as in art, make very good progress as the skills of the subjects are carefully taught. Pupils with special educational needs are well supported by knowledgeable assistants who help them focus on activities suited to their needs. Teachers have excellent class management skills and this is reflected in calm yet busy classes where pupils are learning very well.
Teachers plan and evaluate pupils learning very thoroughly in year group teams.
They prepare interesting activities and present new ideas in lively ways that make pupils enthusiastic about their learning. The quality and range of the curriculum Very good. The Foundation Stage and the Key Stage 1 curricula are broad, very interesting and very well organised. Important strengths are the very good links that teachers make between subjects, and the visits and visitors that enrich the curriculum. Provision for pupils with special educational needs Good.