Head Boy & Head Girl welcome

Welcome to Ribbon, the perfect place for any teacher or pupil. We are a friendly school that makes learning an enjoyable experience. All our staff are inspirational and always willing to help and support any student who needs it. As children take their journey through Ribbon, they will discover how to become a good learner, listener and grow up to be mature and responsible citizen.

Ribbon Virtues

Our Ribbon Virtues are based on ‘Character Traits’ that we promote through everything we do. The RESPECT framework supports our whole school approach to be able to help all stakeholders to develop their Resilience, Empathy, Self-awareness, Positivity, Excellence, Communication and Teamwork.

We try to be the very best version of ourselves by incorporating these virtues in our daily life at school and at home.

Facilities

Ribbon has amazing facilities. Our school has 21 spacious classrooms, a Reading Zone, Reading Sheds, a Design Studio, two poly tunnels, a Music Room, x2 Sensory Zones and lots of break out spaces for quiet learning. All rooms are beautiful, well maintained and include under floor heating (wow!). In addition, all classrooms have state-of-the-art interactive whiteboards with pens and rubbers, some of which are touchscreens. We have a large Hall and smaller Dance Studio that are used for assemblies, P.E and lunch. These spaces are also used for Breakfast and after school clubs. Our hard-working kitchen staff provide mouth-watering meals every day. As well as this, the Hall has a bespoke climbing wall – we all love to climb! The Hall is where all our school productions happen every year. Some of the productions in the past have included Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Mary Poppins, Grease and The Wizard of Oz.

Another thing important feature Ribbon has is a Computing Hub. Children use this for learning coding and lots of other important IT skills. The Computing Hub is a big area with 15 Microsoft PCs, an interactive touchscreen whiteboard, and a lap top trolley with over 25 laptops. To add to this, we have a Design Studio where we practice and develop our artistic skills. Mrs Ramirez is a computing whizz and teaches us everything we need to know!

Using their creative imaginations, in the Design Studio children will explore the wonderful world of art, whether it is painting like Picasso to sketching like Walt Disney. Our teachers are great at art and work hard to make everyone at Ribbon are artists too! Once upon a time there was a Reading Zone, a Reading Zone with a fantastic selection of books for all ages. Accelerated Reader is the programme we use to develop children’s love of reading; it also helps children choose the right level books for. Reading Plus helps us to be fluent readers. Furnished with a reading caddy and 5 comfy sofas, the Reading Zone is the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy a book.

Sport

Finished your book? Want to do something active? Well, you are in luck! Ribbon has 2 practically perfect playgrounds and 3 fabulous fields. Both playgrounds have gym equipment which children use to have fun and keep fit. Sport is at the heart of Ribbon, and we are lucky to be taught by Mr Curtis and other sports specialists. Children at Ribbon can take part in all sorts of competitions from athletics to football, from netball to botcha, from swimming to tennis; the list really is endless! Just like all the children in Ribbon, the plants that we grow are in good hands. Our 2 poly-tunnels, which are positioned on opposite sides of the school, are where we grow fruits, vegetables, and more. An incredibly important part to Nursery is Aleisha’s play park, a special place that we hold dear to our hearts at Ribbon. Mr Murray is our amazing Site Manager and has built installed a range of exciting play facilities throughout the site.

Conclusion

Ribbon is unique. However, it is not the building that makes it unique, it is the people. Everybody counts at Ribbon; everybody makes a difference. At Ribbon we are all braver than we believe, stronger than we seem and smarter than we think!

‘Early Years Provision: The provision for early years is rated “Outstanding”. The staff provide an exceptional range of carefully planned learning activities that encourage curiosity, independence, and the development of spoken language from day one.’

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‘Reading is a priority, with an effective phonics program starting in early years, fostering a love for reading among pupils.’

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‘Quality of Education: The quality of education provided is considered “Good”. The curriculum is broad, inspiring, and well-thought-out, enabling pupils to build on their knowledge progressively.’

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‘The quality of education at the school is “Good”, with a broad and inspiring curriculum that builds knowledge progressively.’

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‘Behaviour and attitudes are rated “Good”, with pupils showing positive behaviour both in and out of lessons.’

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‘Inclusivity and Nurturing Environment: The school is described as inclusive and nurturing, with high expectations for pupils’ behaviour and achievements. Celebratory displays showcase pupils’ accomplishments, creating a positive and inspiring learning environment.’

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‘Safety and Well-being: Pupils feel safe at the school, describing it as a “safe spot”. There is a strong culture of safeguarding, with effective systems in place to report and follow up on concerns. The pastoral team works tirelessly to ensure the welfare of all pupils.’

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‘The school provides rich extracurricular opportunities, such as “Ribbon Radio” and the “Poets’ Podium”, which help develop pupils’ confidence.’

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‘Leadership and management are “Good”, demonstrating high ambitions for all pupils and a strong culture of mutual support among staff.’

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‘Personal development is “Outstanding”, offering a wide range of experiences that prepare pupils for success beyond the school.’

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‘Parents are highly supportive of the school, agreeing that their children are happy and well-supported.’

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‘Reading and Literacy: Reading is prioritised, with an effective phonics program starting in the early years. Pupils’ love for reading is nurtured through various competitions and a well-stocked library.’

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‘The Ribbon Academy is rated as “Good” overall, reflecting high standards in various aspects of school performance.’

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‘Community and Extracurricular Activities: Pupils engage in activities like ‘Ribbon Radio’ and the ‘Poets’ Podium’, developing confidence and showcasing their talents. The school also runs breakfast clubs, after-school activities, and a community café, enhancing the sense of community and belonging.’

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‘Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour and attitudes at the school are rated “Good”. Pupils exhibit positive attitudes towards learning and demonstrate a strong understanding of the school’s values.’

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‘Personal Development: Personal development at the school is rated “Outstanding”. The curriculum provides a wide range of experiences that prepare pupils for success beyond the school gates, including educational visits and active citizenship opportunities.’

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‘The school has a strong safeguarding culture, with effective systems in place to ensure the welfare and safety of all pupils.’

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‘Leadership and Management: Leadership and management are rated “Good”. Leaders have high ambitions for every pupil, and there is a strong culture of mutual support and teamwork among the staff. The governing body and trustees are knowledgeable and committed to the success of the pupils.’

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‘Early years provision is rated “Outstanding”, with staff providing a magical learning journey that encourages curiosity and independence.’

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‘Pupils thrive in an inclusive, nurturing environment where their accomplishments are celebrated.’

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‘Pupils feel safe and have positive attitudes towards learning, understanding and demonstrating the school’s values.’

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