St Gildas This year began with a particularly challenging start as we welcomed OFSTED early in the autumn term. Although the timing was demanding, the visit proved to be an invaluable opportunity to step back and reflect on where we were in our curriculum development. It gave us the impetus to review our progress in detail, consider our strengths, and identify areas that required more focused work. As a result, we were able to clarify our priorities and set clear objectives for what needed to be embedded or adapted over the course of the year. Since then, we have made substantial strides, particularly in strengthening the wider curriculum. Subject leaders have been instrumental in this progress. Through targeted training and reflection, they now have a far clearer understanding of which aspects of teaching are particularly strong within their subject areas and where further support and development are needed. This has allowed us to make more informed decisions about planning, resourcing, and professional development. Our teachers and support staff have responded with enthusiasm and commitment, which has been central to the improvements we have seen. Collaboration has been a consistent theme of this year. Staff have worked together in a collaborative and supportive way, sharing best practices and solving challenges as a team. This spirit of cooperation has extended beyond the classroom and positively influenced routines throughout the school. For example, lunchtimes have been notably improved. Clearer expectations and shared approaches have created a more settled, calm environment, benefitting both pupils and staff. One of the most significant developments has been the increased independence and responsibility shown by our Key Stage 1 children. With encouragement and support, they have become more confident in organising themselves at lunchtime, collecting their food, and taking responsibility for clearing away once they have finished. This not only supports their personal development but also helps embed positive routines that contribute to the smooth running of the whole school day.
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