School Improvement Plan

Our School Improvement Plan focuses on raising standards for all pupils through high-quality teaching, inclusive practice, and a strong sense of purpose. Key priorities include developing confident writers, securing early reading through phonics, strengthening mathematical fluency, ensuring pupils with SEND thrive, and deepening our Christian distinctiveness so every child is supported to grow academically, socially, and spiritually.

SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN PRIORITIES 2025-2026

Priority Development 1 – English:

All pupils become confident, reflective writers who can effectively plan, draft, and improve their work, building on the writing improvements initiated in 2024–2025.

Key Actions

Embed explicit modelling of the writing process
Strengthen teaching of vocabulary, spelling, and grammar
Increase opportunities for extended, purposeful writing
Ensure high-quality feedback and assessment
Close attainment gaps for SEND and disadvantaged pupils

Priority Development 2 – Phonics:

All children—particularly vulnerable learners—achieve phonics milestones in line with or above national expectations through consistently high-quality phonics teaching.

Key Actions

Embed consistent, high-quality phonics teaching
Strengthen staff training and induction
Accelerate progress for vulnerable learners (SEND/PPG)
Strengthen links between phonics, early reading, and writing
Promote a culture of reading fluency and enjoyment

Priority Development 3 – Maths:

Pupils achieve stronger mathematical outcomes, supported by increased fluency, timely intervention, and effective use of assessment to identify and close learning gaps.

Key Actions

Embed daily fluency practice across all year groups
Strengthen use of assessment to inform teaching
Enhance balance of fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving
Provide targeted interventions for vulnerable learners
Sustain professional development in adaptive teaching

Priority Development 4 – SEND:

Pupils with SEND thrive academically, socially, and emotionally through strengthened inclusive provision and high-quality, targeted support.

Key Actions

Strengthen consistency of classroom adaptations
Increase teacher ownership of SEND provision
Embed purposeful deployment of support staff
Enhance monitoring and evidence for provision
Support social, emotional, and independence outcomes

Priority Development 5 – Christian Distinctiveness:

Pupils experience a rich understanding of Christianity and spirituality, supported by strong RE teaching, effective use of the Understanding Christianity resource, and a whole-school approach to worship.

Key Actions

Strengthen subject knowledge and pedagogy in Christianity
Embed consistent opportunities for reflection and worship
Enhance rigour and progression in RE
Promote Christian values across the school community
Strengthen pupil voice and engagement with diversity