TEACHERS at a Burntwood school have been praised for putting the needs of pupils at the heart of all they do.
Staff at Chase Terrace Primary School were applauded by Ofsted inspectors following a visit in December.
A report said the work carried out at the school was helping students feel “safe and happy in school”.
“Warm and purposeful relationships lie at the heart of the school’s work. Pupils value their teachers because they know they care about them and listen to their concerns.
“Staff model the respect they expect pupils to show to each other. This has led to pupils being kind to each other and behaving well.
“Older pupils relish the opportunity to have a ‘buddy’ in Reception and they enjoy the responsibility of looking after the younger children at social times. They help them and look out for their needs. This gives them a sense of purpose and supports the younger pupils to settle quickly.
“This is one of many ways the pupils live out the school’s values of respect, determination, honesty, friendship and enthusiasm.”
Inspectors also highlighted efforts to make the teaching of phonics a priority.
“Staff are well trained and deliver the programme to a high standard. This results in pupils who learn to read accurately and fluently by the end of Year 1.
“A small number of pupils need extra support to keep up and staff provide this in a sophisticated way that develops fluency and builds confidence.
“The school ensures that the books pupils read are well matched to their phonics ability. Pupils read regularly at home and school to further develop the progress they make.”
The full report can be seen on the Ofsted website.