Beaumont Primary Academy, located in Crosland Moor, Huddersfield, has undergone its first inspection since opening in September 2016. The school has been rated as good overall, with outstanding ratings in leadership and management, personal development, behavior, welfare, and early years provision. The school is committed to fostering a caring and inclusive community, with leaders demonstrating a strong vision and exceptionally high expectations for all pupils, regardless of their starting points or circumstances. The governing body is well-informed and provides effective support and challenge to school leaders.
The quality of teaching, learning, and assessment is rated as good. Teachers are knowledgeable and provide clear explanations, using effective questioning to support and challenge pupils. The majority of pupils exhibit self-discipline, with rare incidents of poor behavior that are managed effectively by staff. The school actively promotes personal development and welfare, which is considered a significant strength. Support for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and disabilities is effective, and parents express high levels of satisfaction with the school's work.
The school has established a strong culture of safeguarding, ensuring that pupils feel safe and know their rights. The curriculum is broad and balanced, offering numerous opportunities for pupils to develop skills and knowledge in engaging ways. Attendance is slightly above the national average and is improving. The school is preparing for its growth, with plans in place for key stage 2, as it will begin taking Year 3 pupils in September.
Current pupils in Years 1 and 2 are making good progress in reading, writing, and mathematics. However, the proportion of pupils reaching the required standard in phonics was in line with the national average in 2018. Children in Reception are making outstanding progress from typically low starting points, although the percentage achieving a good level of development was below the national average in 2018.
To improve further, the school aims to continue developing its planning for key stage 2 and enhance teaching, learning, and assessment to increase the proportion of pupils meeting the expected standard in phonics and achieving a good level of development.
The leadership and management of the school are outstanding, with senior leaders focused on creating an inclusive community that prepares pupils for a positive future. Staff feel well-supported and are held accountable for the progress of their pupils. The curriculum for key stage 1 is well-designed, balancing topic work with individual subjects, allowing pupils to make connections across different areas of learning. Pupils benefit from a range of experiences that promote their spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development.
Governors are knowledgeable about the school and its challenges, maintaining high expectations for all pupils. They actively support and challenge leaders, ensuring that pupil premium funding is used effectively to support disadvantaged pupils. The school provides excellent support for pupils with special educational needs, ensuring their needs are quickly identified and addressed.
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with well-trained staff who are vigilant in identifying and reporting concerns. The school has established strong relationships with families and the local community, which enhances its ability to support vulnerable pupils. Pupils feel safe and are confident in reporting any concerns.
The quality of teaching in the early years is very high, with children making outstanding progress. The nurturing environment helps children settle quickly and thrive. The curriculum is well-resourced and designed to meet the needs of all children, with a focus on engaging and motivating them to learn. The leadership of the early years is strong, with effective self-evaluation and action plans in place to drive improvement.
Overall, Beaumont Primary Academy is a good school with outstanding features, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and the well-being of its pupils. The school is well-positioned for future growth and success as it expands to include more year groups.
