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Inspected October 2024

South Farnborough Infant School

Farnborough

Queen's Road, Farnborough, GU14 6JU, GU14 6JU

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October 2024

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Inspection summary

Latest report · October 2024

South Farnborough Infant School is a caring community where pupils are happy, safe, and encouraged to be inquisitive learners. Inspectors noted that the school has recently refined its ambitious curriculum and maintains high expectations for behavior and personal development.

Strengths

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  • Prioritization of reading, resulting in pupils becoming confident and fluent readers.
  • Swift identification and effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
  • Positive behavior and respectful, nurturing relationships between staff and pupils.

Things parents should investigate

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  • The ongoing development and evaluation of recent changes to the 'harmony' curriculum.
  • Refining assessment systems to more precisely identify and address gaps in pupils' knowledge over time.
  • Consistency in the effectiveness of teaching strategies used to help pupils deepen their knowledge.

Safeguarding

The report states that the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

Leadership

Leaders are described as committed to continuous improvement, supported by a governing body with an insightful understanding of the school's strengths and areas for development.

Inspection highlights

Caring and kind community
Confident, fluent and avid readers
Joyful and engaging playground environment
Ambitious expectations for all pupils

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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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School at a glance

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PhasePrimary
Age range4–11
Number on roll263
TownFarnborough
Local authorityHampshire
CountyHampshire

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