Grange Lane Infant Academy, Doncaster, South Yorks
“Leaders have ensured that reading is a high priority. Children get off to a flying start in learning to read in the early years. Training has ensured that all staff have the expertise to teach phonics well.”
School Inspection: Outstanding
Previous Inspection: Good
Barons Court Primary School and Nursery, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex
“The school honours its commitment to improving the life chances of its community. A single method of teaching reading is securely implemented, reinforcing consistency in approach for all.”
School Inspection: Outstanding
Previous Inspection: Outstanding
Stoborough Church of England Primary School, Wareham, Dorset
“Staff check pupils’ reading development thoroughly. They ensure that older pupils who need extra help receive it. All pupils are familiar with their reading routines and participate with enthusiasm.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Thorplands Primary School Farm Field Court, Northampton
“Leaders know the importance of helping pupils to quickly learn to read. Teachers and other adults teach phonics consistently well.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Chennestone Primary School, Surrey
“From the start of Reception, teachers follow the phonics scheme rigorously and consistently. Weaker readers receive carefully planned support to help them keep up.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
St Blasius Shanklin Church of England Primary Academy, Isle of Wight
“Leaders have brought in a new programme to support pupils with their early reading. All staff have been trained and are experts in teaching phonics.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Brockworth Primary Academy Moorfield Road, Gloucestershire
“Leaders give a high priority to reading, which is well led. Pupils who are learning to read follow a well-structured curriculum that builds their knowledge step by step.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Requires Improvement
Montem Academy, Slough, Berkshire
“Reading is highly valued. Phonics teaching is precise and well organised in small groups. Assessment is sharp, ensuring that everyone keeps up.”
School Inspection: Outstanding
Previous Inspection: Outstanding
Stoneydown Park School, Walthamstow, London
“Teachers deliver the reading curriculum consistently and confidently. Leaders have put in place effective systems to identify and support pupils who need help to improve their reading confidence and fluency.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Bradley Barton Primary School, Newton Abbot, Devon
“The culture of reading is evident in every corner of this school. Pupils are taught the necessary skills to read fluently and with understanding.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good