I am sharing some wonderful news about our infant school's recent participation in the Challenge Partners review. This rigorous evaluation process has provided invaluable feedback on our educational practices, particularly focusing on Physical Education (PE), Phonics, and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). With immense pride, I report on the outstanding outcomes we have achieved.

 

Firstly, I am pleased to announce that our EYFS Area of Excellence was validated during this review. This achievement directly reflects our dedicated staff's commitment, hard work, and innovative approach to early education. Their efforts to create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment for our youngest learners have been acknowledged and celebrated.

 

The review's overall Peer Evaluation has recognised our federation as Leading in all examined areas. This includes Leadership at all levels, the Quality of Provision and Outcomes, and specifically, the Quality of Provision and Outcomes for Disadvantaged Pupils and Pupils with Additional Needs. Achieving a rating of Leading across these critical areas is a testament to our inclusive ethos and our determination to provide exceptional educational experiences for all children.

 

Challenge Review Evaluation

Leadership at all levels - Leading

Quality of provisions and outcomes- Leading

Area of Excellence- Accredited

Excelling in the Early Years: Innovating EYFS education at Mount Stewart

Overall peer evaluation estimate -Leading

 

This recognition from Challenge Partners is a significant accolade for our federation. It highlights the effectiveness of our curriculum and the excellence of our teaching practices and underscores our collective commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in education. We are motivated more than ever to continue our pursuit of excellence, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of educational development and maintain our reputation as a leading federation where every child can thrive.

 

I want to take this opportunity to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our incredible staff for their unwavering dedication and hard work. I also want to thank our students for their enthusiasm and eagerness to learn, and of course, you, our parents, for your ongoing support and commitment to our community. Together, we have created a vibrant and inclusive environment that fosters learning and development for every child.

 

As we celebrate this remarkable achievement, we look forward to building upon this success. We are excited to enhance our educational offerings further and continue providing an environment where every child can succeed and flourish.  I encourage you to read the report attached.

 

Thank you for being an integral part of our journey. Your support and engagement are crucial to our success, and we are eager to continue this journey together, achieving even greater heights in the future.