Abbotsweld Primary Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 8 March 2023

Pupils feel happy and safe at Abbotsweld. They are warm and kind to their friends, teachers and visitors. They know that there are adults in the school who can help them if they are worried about something. Pupils enjoy their lessons because leaders have thought carefully about what they want children to learn. Lessons are interesting and demanding. Teachers have high expectations of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils enjoy reading and see it as an important part of school life. This is because leaders have made reading a priority. Pupils enjoy a range of after-school activities and other opportunities. Most of them take part in after-school clubs. Weekly social challenges help pupils to develop positive habits and to contribute to the wider community. Pupils behave well in class and focus on their learning. This is because expectations of their behaviour are clear and easy to understand. Teachers model these expectations and help pupils meet them. This is a school where bullying is not tolerated. If bullying happens, teachers work to resolve it quickly.

What the school should improve

• Sometimes, pupils are not prepared with the knowledge they need to be successful in the activities set. Consequently, this can lead to pupils feeling frustrated or unable to move forward in their learning. Leaders should ensure that teachers check if pupils have secured the knowledge required before pupils are asked to complete the associated tasks.

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