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Bidbury Junior School

Havant

Fraser Road, Bedhampton, Havant, PO9 3EF, PO9 3EF

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Inspection summary

Bidbury Junior School has taken effective action to maintain its standards since the previous inspection, achieving a position of stability following a period of staffing changes. The school provides an ambitious and broad curriculum with high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Strengths

What inspectors noted positively.

  • Pupils exhibit values of respect, independence, and resilience consistently.
  • The school identifies the needs of pupils with SEND accurately and precisely.
  • Reading is highly prioritized with a vibrant library and expert support for earlier readers.

Things parents should investigate

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  • Outcomes for pupils at the end of key stage 2, which remain low in reading, writing, and mathematics.
  • The effectiveness of teachers' checks to ensure pupils have secured key knowledge in their written work.
  • The attendance levels of disadvantaged pupils who are persistently absent.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

Leadership

Leaders and governors have navigated a period of staffing turbulence to reach a position of stability where they effectively support and challenge the school to improve.

Inspection highlights

Inclusive environment where 'everyone is welcome'
Ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum
Strong subject knowledge among teachers
Effective use of high-quality texts to inspire thinking

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Achievement

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Attendance

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Persistent absence

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SEND & inclusion

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School at a glance

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PhasePrimary
Age range4–11
Number on roll240
TownHavant
Local authorityHampshire
CountyHampshire

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