Batley school ‘proud to be at the heart of wonderful community’ after latest Ofsted report

Healey Junior, Infant and Nursery School was inspected in September with the resulting report indicating it had met all expected standards in every category including safeguarding, achievement, attendance and behaviour, curriculum and teaching, early years’ inclusion, leadership and governance, and personal development and wellbeing.

The school, on Healey Lane, embraces a “welcoming and inclusive” community for pupils, who “value the positive relationships they have with staff and each other,” the positive report states.

Inspectors found that the children are “polite, respectful and considerate of others,” whilst lessons are “calm and purposeful, allowing pupils to learn without disruption.”

“Behaviour is a strength of the school,” the report adds, with leaders establishing “high expectations that staff apply consistently.” These positive relationships “help pupils understand expectations, reflect on their actions and make positive choices.”

On achievement, the report states that pupils are “ready for the next stage of their education,” and that “outcomes in national assessments are typically in line with national averages and have improved over time.

Pupils also “develop secure foundations in reading, writing and mathematics,” at the school, which is helping them gain the “essential knowledge and skills they need for future learning.”

Headteacher, Luisa Lang, said: “I am immensely proud of our school and the recognition we have received in our latest Ofsted report. Above all, I want to thank our wonderful learners, who are at the heart of everything we do, alongside our dedicated staff, Batley Multi Academy Trust, and our supportive parents and carers.

“This achievement reflects the care, commitment and ambition of our whole school community.

“Batley is a great place to be, and we are incredibly proud to be at the heart of this wonderful community, providing opportunities for every learner to feel valued, thrive and achieve their very best.”

The report also details the range of opportunities available to the children who “beyond the classroom” with roles and responsibilities such as prefects, attendance ambassadors and members of the eco council. Learning is also “brought to life” through “visits, visitors and practical experiences” which help pupils develop confidence, resilience and ambition for the future.”

Sam Vickers, CEO of Batley Multi Academy Trust, said: “This positive outcome is a direct result of the inspiring leadership of our Headteacher Mrs Lang, whose vision and dedication, alongside her exceptional team, has created an environment where every learner can truly thrive.

“My heartfelt thanks go to our extraordinary staff for their relentless hard work and passion, and to our wonderful learners, whose effort, enthusiasm and achievements shine through every single day.

“We are also deeply grateful to our parents and carers - their unwavering support and partnership are vital to this success. Together, you make this school such a special, vibrant heart of our Batley community.”