OUR PRIORITIES FOR 2026-2027

• To achieve Foundation GLD of 75% or better
• To be at least 85% or better for Y1 Phonics and at least 95% in the Y2 re-check
• KS1 - to achieve 75% or better
• KS2 - to achieve 75% or better for combined reading, writing and maths 
• Disadvantaged pupils are a focus in all areas of the curriculum

Safeguarding

To embed a whole-school safeguarding culture where every leader and staff member takes active ownership of safety protocols, ensuring that student well-being and interests drive all decisions and daily practices.

Inclusion

To systematically enhance the lived experiences, opportunities, and outcomes of disadvantaged pupils, those with SEND, and those supported by children’s social care, by embedding a data-driven, highly responsive whole-school strategy that swiftly identifies and dismantles barriers to success.

Curriculum and Teaching

To secure highly effective teaching in every subject and year group through evidence-led leadership, expert subject pedagogy, and a relentless focus on reading and vocabulary.

Achievement

To ensure all pupils, particularly those who are disadvantaged or have SEND, achieve highly across all subject areas and are fully prepared for their next stage of education.

Behaviour and Attendance

To secure a school culture of high respect, self-discipline, and strong attendance, driven by swift, targeted support for pupils' behavioural and emotional needs.

Personal Development

To ensure all pupils, including SEND and disadvantaged, to benefit from highly effective personal development and wellbeing support that enables them to thrive in school and beyond.

Early Years

To embed expert leadership oversight, maximising high-quality staff-child interactions, and achieving above-average GLD outcomes so all children, especially those who engage less readily, are exceptionally well prepared for Year 1.

Leadership and Governance

To strengthen school leadership at all levels by embedding an evidence-based professional development curriculum, collaborative change-management processes, and effective governance challenge and support to drive continuous whole-school improvement.