About Avishayes
Pupils are welcoming at Avishayes Community Primary School. There are strong
relationships between staff and pupils. Throughout the school, pupils are well cared for. Any unkind behaviour, such as bullying, is dealt with quickly. Staff know the pupils well.
Pupils feel safe are confident that staff will address any concerns if this is needed.
Support for pupils’ well-being is a strength. Pupils follow the school rules to be ready,
respectful and safe to learn.
Opportunities to develop pupils’ personal development are carefully considered. Pupils are
given opportunities to develop talents and interests. Pupils appreciate the range of clubs
on offer, such as football, gymnastics and performance poetry. School ambassadors take
their roles seriously and wear their school blazers with pride. They are strong role models
for younger pupils to follow.
The carefully designed curriculum in early years supports children to make a strong start.
The early years curriculum is ambitious and well sequenced to ensure that children’s
knowledge builds from Nursery into Reception. Knowledgeable staff ensure that learning
is engaging and purposeful. Children enjoy learning and playing together. The high
expectations of staff ensure routines are well established.
The school works closely with parents and pupils to highlight the importance of attending
school. It identifies any barriers to good attendance. The school recognises that those
pupils who are absent too often need more help to attend school regularly. As a result of
the school’s work, some pupils’ attendance is improving.
The school’s personal development programme is a strength. The school offers a wide
range of experiences for pupils both within and beyond their local community. Pupils have
a secure knowledge of fundamental British values and treat each other with respect.

(Ofsted October 2024)
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Fairway Rise, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1NS
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