Ofsted Inspection Report 2026

“Leaders have very high expectations for how pupils should behave. This vision is shared by all staff. Pupils are very proud to attend Fender and they quickly rise to the challenge of meeting leaders’ expectations.”

“Leaders work closely with parents and carers. Families appreciate the unwavering support they receive from staff. They are very positive about the school’s work.”

“Leaders have a secure and ambitious vision for children to have the best start to their educational journey.”

“Lessons proceed without interruption and breaktimes are a pleasant experience for pupils who enjoy spending time with their friends. Pupils are very polite and respectful to staff, visitors and their peers.”

“Differences are celebrated at this school. Pupils show care and compassion for each other. Discrimination and bullying are not tolerated. Staff deal with any incidents quickly, effectively and skilfully. Pupils know and appreciate this. They are free to be themselves.”

“Staff know pupils and their families very well. Pastoral support is a real strength of leaders’ work.”

“The children enjoy the positive relationships they have with staff. Pupils are safe and they know they can discuss any worries they may have with staff in school.”

“Staff provide a range of innovative strategies to improve pupils’ wellbeing.”

“Leaders have pupils’ interests at the heart of every decision they make.”

“In recent years, leaders have made a myriad of positive changes to the curriculum for all year groups and subjects. The curriculum is now well ordered, builds pupils’ knowledge over time and relates to the local area.”

“Pupils are proud to attend Fender and display respectful and tolerant attitudes to their peers.”