Three Ofsted inspectors visited Byron on the 5th and 6th November to carry out a graded inspection. The inspectors recognised the improvement journey that the school has been on and graded the school as GOOD in each of the five judgement areas: The Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, and Early Years Provision. Quotes from the report include:

'The school has made vital improvements across many aspects of pupils’ learning.' 

'The school has high expectations for pupils in their learning and behaviour. Pupils are keen to do their best to meet these aims. They behave well and they like how the school celebrates their achievements. School routines are clear and well established. These support children in the early years to make a strong start to their time in school. Overall, pupils achieve well, and they enjoy being at school.'

'Phonics is taught well, and straight away from the start of the Reception Year. Pupils enjoy the stories and other texts that staff provide for them. Books are matched carefully to the letters and sounds that pupils know. Weaker readers catch up quickly thanks to personalised support. Pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), become confident readers.'

'The school offers substantial support for pupils’ well-being, and for their families as well.'

Congratulations to all of the Byron community for having the impact of their hard work recognised. Some extracts from the report are below. The full report can be read here.