Marchwood Junior School
Southampton
Main Road, Marchwood, Southampton, SO40 4ZH, SO40 4ZH
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Inspection summary
Marchwood Junior School continues to be an outstanding school following an ungraded inspection in June 2024. Inspectors found that pupils are enthusiastic learners who achieve highly within a highly ambitious curriculum that identifies key knowledge and skills to be learned over time.
Strengths
What inspectors noted positively.
- Exceptional pupil behaviour and polite, well-mannered conduct during lessons and breaktimes.
- Highly ambitious curriculum design that includes all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Strong focus on character development, featuring trips, debates, and a bespoke awards program.
Things parents should investigate
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- Historical progress in reading and writing, which was noted as being less exceptional than mathematics in 2023 national tests.
- The school's transition to new reading teaching methods and how these support pupils catching up.
- Opportunities for pupils to join the 'Junior Leadership Team' and participate in school democracy.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, supported by an open and positive culture that puts pupils' interests first.
Leadership
Leaders have created an ambitious curriculum where nothing is left to chance, while also prioritizing staff well-being and professional development.
Inspection highlights
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Academics & Attendance
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Achievement
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Attendance
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Absence rate
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Persistent absence
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SEND & inclusion
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