Pinewood Infant School
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary
PUPILS
97
AGES
5 - 7
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Community school
SCHOOL GUIDE RATING
Not Rated

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Source: All attending pupils National School Census Data, ONS
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Our heat maps use groups of postcodes, not individual postcodes, and have naturally soft edges. All pupils are included in the mapping (i.e. children with siblings already at the school, high priority pupils and selective and/or religious admissions) but we may have removed statistical ‘outliers’ with more remote postcodes that do not reflect majority admissions.

For some schools, the heat map may be a useful indicator of the catchment area but our heat maps are not the same as catchment area maps. Catchment area maps, published by the school or local authority, are based on geographical admissions criteria and show actual cut-off distances and pre-defined catchment areas for a single admission year.

This information is provided as a guide only. The criteria in which schools use to allocate places in the event that they are oversubscribed can and do vary between schools and over time. These criteria can include distance from the school and sometimes specific catchment areas but can also include, amongst others, priority for siblings, children of a particular faith or specific feeder schools. Living in an area where children have previously attended a school does not guarantee admission to the school in future years. Always check with the school’s own admission authority for the current admission arrangements.

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  2. Use the link to the Local Authority Contact (above) to find catchment area information based on a single admission year. This is very important if you are considering applying to a school.
  3. On each school page, use the link to visit the school website and find information on individual school admissions criteria. Geographical criteria are only applied after pupils have been admitted on higher priority criteria such as Looked After Children, SEN, siblings, etc.

How Does The School Perform?

Good
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(12/10/2021)
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Pinewood Park
Farnborough
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School Description

Pinewood Infant School is a special place. The excellent relationships developed between staff and pupils mean that pupils feel well cared for. As a result, they love coming to school. One boy told the lead inspector: ‘Pinewood is a great place to learn.’ This sentiment was echoed by a parent who responded to Ofsted’s Parent View survey, saying: ‘I feel my child has learned a lot and the school curriculum has inspired new interests.’ The school’s golden rules are well established. This means that pupils know what is expected of them. Consequently, behaviour is good and pupils have positive attitudes towards learning. Pupils are keen advocates of the school and enjoy taking an active role in school life. For example, some pupils become ‘Pinewood Pals’, helping others that need it at playtimes. Others are elected to join the school council, and many have additional responsibilities within their classes. Aiming high is something that is instilled in pupils from the moment they start at Pinewood. One girl demonstrated this by saying that she ‘wanted to make the world a better place’. This ambition is summed up by the school’s mantra: ‘If you try, try, try – you can, can, can.’ What does the school do well and what does it need to do better? Leaders have invested time and energy into developing an exciting and engaging curriculum. Plenty of training for subject leaders across the school means that they have a good understanding of their subjects. As a result, each subject leader has identified the most important content they want pupils to know. This has led to a well-planned and well-sequenced curriculum that takes account of what pupils need to learn from Reception to Year 2. Pupils enjoy a wide range of subjects at the school. They are getting better at each of them because leaders have made careful decisions about the building blocks that pupils need in order to make progress. Pupils learn well because of this careful planning. For example, in mathematics, children in Reception develop a strong understanding of numbers, which helps them as they move into key stage 1. Leaders have created a culture in which reading is encouraged and celebrated. Staff have an infectious appetite for reading and this rubs off on pupils. Children’s reading journey starts in Reception, where no time is wasted in teaching children phonics. They get off to a good start. The school’s phonics programme is planned well so that it ensures that pupils can read fluently. Some pupils receive additional support so that they can keep up with the programme. The specially resourced provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is situated in the middle of the school. This reflects these pupils Inspection report: Pinewood Infant School 12 and 13 October 2021 2 being at the very heart of Pinewood. As a result of high-quality training, lessons are tailored successfully to meet their needs. Throughout the school, pupils with SEND and those in the specially resourced provision make good progress. The personal development of pupils is exceptional. Every opportunity is provided to develop pupils so that they become responsible and respectful citizens. Pupils showed kindness and care for each other and for adults during the inspection. The school’s personal, social and health education programme helps pupils to become confident, resilient and independent. This is supported by committed staff who take the time to find ways to nurture and develop pupils’ individual talents and interests. One parent said: ‘The teachers have always gone above and beyond for my child.’ Leadership at the school is outstanding. The executive headteacher and the head of school are ambitious for the school community. They have ensured that all staff are trained well. This has led to a significantly improved curriculum and teaching that is rapidly developing. Many staff commented on how well leaders have supported them. Leaders have taken the time to get to know parents and carers well, and those who responded to Ofsted’s Parent View survey spoke highly of the communication between the school and home. Governors are fully invested in the school and meet regularly with leaders. They know the school very well because of this. They hold leaders to account and ask challenging questions of them, always keeping pupils at the centre of their discussions. Governors ensure that they have regular contact with staff. This helps them to consider the workload and well-being of staff, which are both taken seriously.

Pinewood Infant School Parent Reviews



unlock % Parents Recommend This School
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>86, "agree"=>9, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>5} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>82, "agree"=>18, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>64, "agree"=>27, "disagree"=>5, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>5} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021
My Child Has Not Been Bullied Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"my_child_has_not_been_bullied"=>86, "strongly_agree"=>0, "agree"=>9, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>5} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>68, "agree"=>32, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021
I Have Not Raised Any Concerns Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"i_have_not_raised_any_concerns"=>64, "strongly_agree"=>18, "agree"=>9, "disagree"=>5, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>5} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>100, "agree"=>0, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 10 responses up to 08-11-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>68, "agree"=>23, "disagree"=>5, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>5} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>77, "agree"=>18, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>5} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>68, "agree"=>32, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>77, "agree"=>23, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>55, "agree"=>45, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>55, "agree"=>36, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>9} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021
Yes No {"yes"=>100, "no"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 22 responses up to 08-11-2021

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