Research and analysis

Using the physical environment as a tool for teaching

Ofsted good practice example showing how Netherfield Primary School uses resources and space to provide outstanding learning experiences.

• From: Ofsted
• Published: 13 July 2015

This publication was withdrawn on 25 November 2016

This good practice example has been withdrawn as the provider is no longer outstanding or good.

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Netherfield Primary School: good practice example

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This good practice example shows how Netherfield Primary School makes highly effective use of resources and space to provide children with outstanding learning experiences. A range of teaching approaches, both formal and informal, sit side by side in a highly planned curriculum where both the indoor and outdoor environment are used creatively.

A research-based approach was taken when setting up the environments, and a large staff team works together to seek ever better ways of ensuring that children get off to a good start. At this school, the headteacher is clear that ‘the environment is the best teaching tool we have’.

This is part of a set of 8 Ofsted good practice examples showcasing good practice in early years to support the report: ‘Teaching and play in the early years – a balancing act?’.

Published 13 July 2015