What does Ofsted say about IPEELL?

The messages should be constantly available and not tucked away in an exercise book never to be seen again. They are most effective when teachers remind students about them often and revisit the notion on a halftermly basis or even more regularly.

‘Since the last inspection, you have changed the school’s approach to teaching writing. Teachers ensure that pupils are inspired to write with a clear purpose, such as writing thank you letters following a school trip or writing that is linked to the local war memorial project. Since the last inspection, standards in writing have improved.' Billinghay Church of England Primary School, March 2017 ‘The school has effectively addressed the areas for improvement since the last inspection. For example, you have introduced a new writing programme to enhance pupils’ understanding of the writing process. This involves writing about memorable experiences (such as leaflet-writing when working with the Environmental Agency, writing and testing out recipes, and interviewing the local MP). Pupils are exposed to a range of genres and build their experience and understanding through explicit success criteria. Pupils are confident and enthusiastic writers and current books show that pupils are making good progress in their writing.’ Quadring Cowley & Brown’s Primary School, January 2017