Al-Huda Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 5 March 2024

A sense of happiness and security permeates the school. Pupils are highly curious and welcoming to visitors. They are passionate about their school. Pupils attend regularly because they want to discover new learning and socialise with their friends. Pupils are highly conscientious in everything that they do. They understand the importance of being respectful. This helps them to form strong and trusting bonds with their peers and staff. Pupils are remarkably well behaved throughout the school day. They are excellent ambassadors for the school. Pupils have a comprehensive understanding of fundamental British values, including the rule of law and democratic principles. They have a deep sense of responsibility towards the local community. Pupils engage with the elderly in a residential care home, perform random acts of kindness, including giving cake and sweets to shoppers, and organise litter-picking campaigns. Pupils embody the school values, which help them to grow spiritually, emotionally, socially, and academically. Staff expect pupils to try their hardest and excel academically. Pupils respond positively to these ambitions, which help them to perform well in different areas of the curriculum. Children in the early years achieve exceptionally well in all areas of learning.

What the school should improve

• In a few areas of the curriculum, teachers' subject knowledge is insecure. In these areas, the curriculum is not delivered consistently well. Due to this, some pupils do not gain the knowledge, or depth of understanding that they should. The school should make sure that teachers have the training and support that they need to deliver the curriculum effectively in all subjects.

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