School report
Inspection of a good school: Brookside Primary School Rostherne Avenue, Great Sutton, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire CH66 2EE
Inspection dates:
11 and 12 July 2023
Outcome Brookside Primary School continues to be a good school.
What is it like to attend this school? Pupils, including children in the early years, enjoy coming to school. Teachers greet pupils warmly each morning. Pupils settle down to work quickly and sensibly. They said that they feel happy and safe in school because staff are kind to them and will look after them well. Leaders and staff have high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Mostly, pupils rise to these expectations and achieve highly. In the main, pupils behave admirably and they are polite and respectful to each other and adults. They move around the school sensibly. On the rare occasions when pupils make incorrect behaviour choices, staff use the behaviour policy appropriately. Pupils said that they can talk to adults in school if they have any concerns. When bullying happens, pupils said that adults will sort it out. Leaders have robust systems in place to deal with any instances of bullying quickly and effectively. Pupils enjoy the friendly and accepting atmosphere at school. They are adamant that everyone is welcome here. Pupils particularly enjoy the broad range of trips on offer. This includes residential visits, which help to develop their team building skills.
What does the school do well and what does it need to do better? Leaders have ensured that there is a well-designed curriculum in place for pupils, including for children in the early years. Leaders have made sure that staff are clear about what pupils should be learning and when this content should be taught. This helps staff to design learning well, to present new ideas with clarity and, in most subjects, pupils acquire a rich body of knowledge. In the main, teachers use assessment strategies skilfully. During lessons, staff check regularly on pupils’ understanding of concepts and give immediate support to ensure they