Guests and Visitors
Testimonials
I truly loved visiting Churchfields Junior School, I go to lots of schools, and this one stood out for me: the children were lively, polite and completely engaged and I really enjoyed meeting them all. The well-resourced and welcoming library - surely the heart of any good school - was a particular highlight. Thank you for having me.
I had a lovely day meeting everyone at Churchfields - such a pleasure to visit a school that is so enthusiastic about reading. The children were all amazing - brilliant ideas, but also so polite and respectful, and it was great to see how enthuasitic all of the teachers were too. I came home raving about what a wonderful school it is.
I have to say your year 4s were one of the most delightful groups I have ever spoken to. They were attentive and keen to answer questions and more importantly they all seemed very relaxed and happy. They sat without complaint on a hard floor for well over an hour on a hot day.
I loved visiting Churchfields! It was so wonderful to see the children's enthusiasm for reading and books - a tribute to the brilliant work the teachers have clearly been doing! Thank you all for a fantastic visit.
Thank you from all of the team here for last week’s visit – the Attorney enjoyed it immensely. All credit to you, senior leadership, those teaching lessons and of course the pupils!
I really enjoyed being at Churchfields, I appreciated the warm welcome and hospitality and I have seen some amazing poetry produced as a result of me being there
Churchfields is a haven of reading, and of readers. It is clear that teachers read widely too - they were discussing books in the staff room over lunch. The effect on the children is noticeable - every child was bright, engaged, and excited to share their love of stories. I had a fantastic time creating new worlds with them, and was so impressed with the imaginations and abilities.
The determination to offer every pupil a world-class education was evident at Churchfields Junior School, where I saw first-hand how pupils were broadening their understanding of the Commonwealth and its unique history.
I shared a carriage on the Central line with some 30 or so of your pupils presumably returning from a school trip yesterday, and I just wanted to say how impressed I was by their impeccable behaviour, how the staff were ensuring they were all well cared for in the heat of the underground, and being mindful of other members of the public around them. All a great credit to your school.
It was an absolute joy to visit Churchfields Junior School for an author talk to the whole school and workshops. We had a great time creating fantasy worlds and maps and by the end of the session the children had all plotted their own adventure stories. The children were all highly attentive and engaged, bursting with ideas which they could articulate beautifully. The school, teachers and pupils clearly value creativity and reading – the school library was brilliantly stocked with a wonderful variety of books. I loved that the children are encouraged to read widely and try a variety of genres – you never know what unexpected treasures you’ll find!
I visited Churchfields Junior School on January 17th 2025 and did a whole school assembly as well as workshops with the four Year 4 classes. I was immediately struck by how respectful and attentive the children were. They worked quietly and confidently during the workshops, creating an adventure story of their own featuring an animal companion. It was a pleasure to work with them and they produced some amazing stories. I could see that the school has a fantastic culture of promoting reading for pleasure, as evidenced by their amazing library and reading challenges. Thank you for inviting me in.
Walking into Churchfields Junior School, you can sense there's something different and that's not just the rows of happy blooming flowers, adorning all the pathways. Stepping inside to a vibrant happy school, learning is all around and evident in the children's conduct and knowledge. They freely recalled the names of British birds, not from a previous lesson but the fact there are displays on the walkways clear for the pupils to see. They used their own school as a vehicle for learning. Introducing their new solar panels as an extension of science and sustainability was a natural addition to a school with sustainability at its core. Outdoor association of season and application to the electrical generation came naturally, as they observe the seasons in their own woodland. Investigating the effect of electrical appliances with different ratings, they drew upon logical and critical thinking, skills essential for future employability. Why think about work at primary school? Their natural environmental of play and risk through a plethora of outdoor equipment mirrored their classroom investigative science skills. These will allow them to be confident young people, able to take their own direction in life and navigate the hurdles presented to them. After all, if you can do this at 8 years old, the chances are as an 18 year old you have not forgotten. A refreshing visit, giving hope for the future scientists, problem solvers all with a beautiful appreciation of nature and sustainability to protect our future.
There was a great deal of rigour across the school in terms of curriculum, assessment and teaching and learning: " I was really impressed with the level of teaching and learning across the school. Everything is rigorously planned, timetabled and thought-through to such a detail that really scaffolds teaching for members of staff." The richness of the experience pupils are having both in terms of reading, which was an absolute tour de force, and wider opportunities. In the words of two leaders of our group: "The excellent celebration of reading and writing! The school has such a focus and places so much value on reading! Writing outcomes across the school are high quality and children shared their enjoyment and love of reading." "The school is clearly providing children with excellent academic and personal development opportunities." People loved meeting the leadership team and were inspired by the authenticity and commitment of Rebecca, the Headteacher. One leader wrote: "A very strong leadership team - everything is extremely purposeful. There is a design and plan behind every decision made and all staff and leaders are committed to and understanding of this vision. There is a very strong culture across the school and there is clear buy-in from all." .
Everyone makes you feel welcome when you walk through the doors at Churchfields Junior School. There is a strong sense of community. The school provides a positive attitude to learning and development which builds confidence in children’s life. The children that come to our lessons are free spirits, independent learners and are encouragingly curious about the world around them. It is clear that they are very proud of their school and thoroughly enjoy being pupils at Churchfields Junior School. The staff are kind and always child-centred. Always a pleasure to teach and be part of Churchfields Junior School.
The staff gave us a warm welcome when we arrived at the school. In the morning we had a tour of the school including the playground and outside environment and observed lessons. We learned that playing and learning outside is a part of the daily schedule. The school building is beautiful and has everything the pupils need to learn. What we loved about the school was the variety of books the pupils read throughout the year. They are really encouraged to read and to write. All the students were really kind to us and gave us lots of smiles! The music and art lessons at the school inspired us! Pupils are given the chance to express themselves. It was an amazing experience. Everyone was very welcoming with a good and positive ambiance all around. The way pupils get lots of help from the school really is beneficial. The school cares for the children and their learning all the same.”
We currently house approximately 200 homeless men and women in our residential buildings and feeding everyone well is an enormous challenge and a constant struggle. The wonderful collection of food given to us by your school at your Harvest celebration, was a tremendous help which our residents and staff were delighted to receive. On their behalf, a very warm and sincere thank you to you all. It was a real pleasure to attend the assembly, thank you so much for welcoming me and for supporting us. I most certainly did enjoy my visit on Friday, so much so that just about every single person I’ve spoken to since has heard all about it, how lovely the assembly was and how adorable the kids are. I was so impressed with you all honestly, it was definitely the most enjoyable thing I have done since starting in this role.
I just wanted to say a big THANK YOU to you for accommodating the visit for members of my SLT to your school on Wednesday. Like myself and Winsome, they all came away totally blown away by the embedded excellence that runs throughout your provision at Churchfileds Junior School. The visit achieved the purpose that it was intended for and that was to ensure that as an SLT we are now all on the same page as to our vision for our children at Goodmayes Primary School and what we need to do get there. The quote below has become my mantra. "Give children teaching that is determined, energetic and engaging. Hold them to high standards. Expose them to as much as you can, especially the arts. Recognize the reality of race, poverty and social barriers, but make children understand that barriers don’t have to limit their lives. Above all, no matter where in the social structure children are coming from, act as if the possibilities are boundless." Charles Payne (So Much Reform) I wanted to congratulate you on your achievements to date and with your leadership, you have led your staff in emulating the quote above.
Staff
I have been working at Churchfields Juniors for two years now - I particularly enjoy teaching an engaging curriculum in a fantastic environment where the children are provided with amazing experiences and opportunities to learn and grow in many different ways. Furthermore there is great collaboration with parents and amongst staff to ensure the best outcomes for all pupils.
It is a pleasure to work at Churchfields Junior School, where the staff and children are kind, considerate and hard-working. The outstanding school facilities further enhance the learning environment, making it an exceptional place to work and learn.
Parents and Pupils
I am amazed at the standard of music in the school, I am so pleased that my children have such great opportunities in this area. Also the dance produced by Mrs Bradley was excellent, all the children were totally engaged, it was expertly choreographed. The whole assembly was so well organised and the children really enjoy performing. They are a real credit to the school.
This school provides excellence in education because explanations are very clear and teachers are well prepared. Our lessons are educational as well as fun and enjoyable. The behaviour is outstanding because everyone is polite to each other and help one another.
I like that if you have a problem you can go to 'Place2Be' or 'mediation.' I like this because there is always someone to help you.
Tremendous job, tremendous staff, outstanding school.
We feel the teaching at Churchfields is outstanding and that our child is being well-prepared for the SATs and secondary education.
My son only moved to London this year. He loves coming to school. The school, staff and his teacher have been very accommodating and supportive.
The teachers are very friendly and helpful. The office staff are wonderful. Always ready to support and answer all questions with a smile on their faces.
My SEN son was fully included in the school community and the support he received was outstanding. Even 3 years after he left he says 'my time at the junior school were my best school years'.
The support my SEN son received was consistent and appropriate. He was fully supported by all the staff, it's a truly inclusive school so it's hard to pinpoint specifics. The junior school managed his transition from infant school and his transition to secondary school which made me feel fully supported too.
It is reassuring to both ourselves and our children that Churchfields Junior School always treat any form of bullying as seriously as it clearly warrants.
Churchfields is an exceptional school and has served Spencer very well. We’ve been lucky to live so close to such an outstanding school with excellent facilities.
The school has a buzz about it: it is very positive and exciting - there always seems to be something going on in addition to the normal day.
Ofsted
Those responsible for governance are committed and demonstrate the same high ambitions as school leaders. Governors provide ongoing and effective support and challenge to maintain the high standard of education the school provides.
Attendance is high. This is because the school has effective systems in place to support families to ensure that their children come to school regularly and on time.
The school has developed an excellent curriculum which is rich and varied. Pupils successfully learn to be responsible members of the school and the wider community.
The school is very well led. All staff, including those at the start of their careers, appreciate the strategies that are in place to manage workload, promote well-being and support their professional development.
All pupils participate in leadership groups. This helps them to develop a sense of responsibility and social action, which supports their broader moral and social development.
Pupils’ behaviour is impeccable in classrooms, around the school and in the playground. This is because the school’s system, ‘Going for Gold’, is well understood and consistently implemented.
All pupils participate in leadership groups. This helps them to develop a sense of responsibility and social action, which supports their broader moral and social development.
Pupils work hard and engage very well in their learning. They talk about what they have learned with confidence and enthusiasm. Pupils are highly interested in learning because teaching is engaging. The school ensures that staff are highly skilled to implement the curriculum to the highest standard.
Pupils are not only well-prepared academically, but they are thoroughly prepared for life.
Pupils who attend Churchfields Junior School truly enjoy coming to school. They are highly appreciated and exceptionally well cared for.
Leaders have high expectations for pupils’ learning and behaviour. Pupils strive to meet these with great success.
Churchfields Junior School is an exceptional school with exceptional provision. During our visit to the school, we met many staff, leaders, and pupils who all greeted us with a warm smile and a desire to share how brilliant Churchfields Junior School is. From the well-developed grounds, ranging from a plethora of play equipment, woodland spaces, and garden areas; to the well-thought-out curriculum that includes excellent music provision leading to all pupils playing a musical instrument every year during their time at Churchfields. The care thought and enthusiasm of the school’s leaders reflects their ambition to aim for more and more success for all of the families that attend the school and the wider community that benefits from such an outstanding community asset. Thank you so much for your time and support with our learning journey as we aim to emulate and learn from the huge success that is Churchfields Junior School.