Waverley School, Enfield

What is it like to attend this school?

Pupils are delighted to get to school each day. They are pleased to see the smiling faces of staff when they arrive. A group of pupils communicated that school is a 'fun' place. Teachers help them to feel safe. The school encourages pupils to make strong friendships and to celebrate their successes.

Parents and carers echoed these positive views. They are complimentary about the caring professional relationships that their children build with staff. Parents value the way the curriculum is adapted for all pupils. The school keeps them well informed of their children's progress.

What does the school do well and what does it need to do better?

The curriculum is highly ambitious from the early years upwards. Staff do not place limits on what pupils can achieve. They recognise that every pupil's progress looks different. Staff are effective in their use of assessment. They observe closely and check pupils' physical and academic progress each day. Staff gather evidence of pupils' engagement. There is regular discussion about each pupil. Staff use this information to inform their plans for pupils' next steps. Teachers and support staff work together to implement any plans highly effectively. They draw on the expertise of other professionals when needed. This collaborative approach means that the curriculum is exceptionally well tailored to the needs of each pupil.

Staff break down the curriculum into the very smallest steps of learning. For example, in cognition, there is initial exploration of number. Over time, pupils develop an understanding of one-to-one correspondence. When they are ready, pupils learn numbers from one to twenty and beyond. There is a focus on positional language in support of pupils' learning. Teachers consider each pupil's individual needs and method of communication. This means that all activities are purposeful and appropriate.

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