| Inspection dates | 3-4 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Overall effectiveness | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
This is a good school
The school has successfully maintained its good standards since the last inspection.
Pupils are acheiving well and making good progress across the school
Pupils feel welcome, valued and safe.
Relationships between staff and pupils are strong and respectful
Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Pupils behave well throughout the school day. They show calmness, responsibility and respect.
The school works hard to improve attendance and support families
Reading, writing and maths are well taught.
Staff quickly identify gaps and help pupils catch up effectively
Most pupils become confident readers by the end of Year 2.
Nursery and Reception provide a strong start to learning.
Outdoor learning (including the school farm) is a strong feature.
Pupils develop confidence, friendships and aspirations for the future
Pupils with SEND are well supported and included
Areas for Improvement
In some subjects (outside English, maths, reading), key knowledge isn’t always clearly planned
This can lead to gaps in pupils’ understanding.
In some subjects, tasks are sometimes too easy or too difficult
Teaching needs to be better adapted for different learners
View Grovelands Ofsted Report from June 2025.
View full Grovelands Ofsted Report from February 2020.
Grovelands School, Dunbar Drive,
Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3UW.