Awbridge Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 November 2023

Pupils are rightly proud of their school, accurately described by governors as 'small but mighty'. From a young age, pupils develop strong leadership skills. This contributes significantly to the aspirational and positive learning environment. Roles of responsibility, including house captains, sports leaders and bronze ambassadors, are cherished. Older pupils act as role models. They develop confidence by helping others with their learning and organising school events and activities. Warm relationships exist between pupils that extend across year groups. Pupils are kind and helpful. Without prompt, they assist their teachers in keeping the school looking its best. Pupils behave exceptionally well. High expectations for pupils' conduct are held by all staff. Pupils consistently live up to the school value of respect. They are polite and courteous towards others. Pupils value diversity and recognise the uniqueness of each member of their community. They are cheerful and feel safe, knowing help is readily available from caring staff when needed. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), learn well across a rich and stimulating curriculum. Pupils delight at doing things well, confidently demonstrating what they have learned. Parents value the school. One described the 'wonderful, supportive environment, offering so many opportunities for children'.

What the school should improve

• In a small number of subjects, teachers do not consistently use effective strategies to help pupils learn. Consequently, pupils do not always learn as well as they could. Leaders need to ensure that staff have the strong teaching knowledge in all areas of the curriculum to know how best to help pupils understand and remember what they are taught.

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