Immaculate Conception Catholic Primary College, Spinkhill, Sheffield
“Leaders have ensured that early reading is taught systematically. Staff are well trained in, and passionate about, helping pupils to learn to read. Staff make regular checks to identify pupils who need extra help and ensure that they receive it.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Brooksward School, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
“Staff have expert knowledge of phonics and teach the scheme well. They regularly check pupils’ understanding and take swift action to put in place effective activities so all pupils can keep up.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Glen Park Primary School, Plympton, Plymouth, Devon
“All staff ensure that reading is at the heart of the curriculum. Children in Reception make an excellent start in learning to read. This continues as they move through the school. Pupils progress securely through the phonics programme.”
School Inspection: Outstanding
Previous Inspection: Good
Dovedale Primary School, Long Eaton, Notts
“Leaders and teachers regularly check how well pupils are reading. Any pupils falling behind quickly catch up.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
The Park Primary School, Kingswood, Bristol
“Reading is a priority for all staff. Children begin learning phonics as soon as they start school. Staff regularly check if pupils are keeping up with the reading programme. If pupils fall behind, they receive the support they need to catch up quickly.”
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
Jerome Primary School, Cannock, Staffordshire
“Leaders prioritise reading. Recent staff training allows staff to expertly teach phonics.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good
Whitgreave Primary School, Wolverhampton, West Midlands
“Children meet with success as readers because staff know and follow the school’s reading programme closely. Pupils who need extra help are expertly supported by skilled staff and access the right resources.”
School Inspection: Outstanding
Previous Inspection: Outstanding
Parish Church of England Primary School, St Helens, Merseyside
“Leaders’ intentions for reading to be the beating heart of the curriculum are fully realised. Staff have expertise in the teaching of reading.”
School Inspection: Outstanding
Previous Inspection: Outstanding
Sutton Oak C of E Primary School, St Helens, Merseyside
“Staff are suitably trained to teach the phonics programme. New teachers also get the support that they need to teach phonics accurately and with consistency. Teachers check pupils’ phonics knowledge regularly.”
School Inspection: Good
Previous Inspection: Good