Merrow Junior School
Sheeplands Avenue, Merrow, GU1 2SG
Academic performance
N/A
Progress 8
N/A
Attainment 8
Not published
Absence rate
233
Pupils
Latest Ofsted
Based on official Ofsted data.
Inspection intelligence
Inspection summary
Bushy Hill Junior School remains a good school that prioritizes pupil well-being and pastoral care within a happy community. Leaders have successfully created an ambitious curriculum where reading is a central focus and pupils with SEND are well supported to achieve. While the school maintains high standards in most areas, some foundation subjects require more consistent teacher training to ensure all curriculum goals are met.
Strengths
What inspectors noted positively.
- A strong commitment to promoting reading with a rich and diverse range of texts.
- Effective provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Calm and respectful school environment where pupils behave sensibly.
- Wide range of opportunities for pupils to take on responsibilities and enrich their learning.
- Carefully sequenced learning in most foundation subjects that builds knowledge over time.
Things parents should investigate
Neutral topics you may wish to explore.
- Consistency of curriculum implementation in a few foundation subjects.
- The depth of teacher knowledge across all subject areas.
- Assessment methods used to check if pupils have fully met curriculum aims in newer foundation subjects.
- The effectiveness of staff training in supporting the delivery of a wider range of subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, characterized by a strong culture where staff are alert to concerns and leaders work closely with partners to support families.
Leadership
Leaders and governors share an ambitious vision for a well-rounded education and the school community values their focus on staff professional development and well-being.
Inspection highlights
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School information
Address
Sheeplands Avenue, Merrow, GU1 2SG
Town
Guildford
County
Surrey
Local authority
Surrey
URN
125009
Phase
Primary
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