Aylward Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 12 October 2022

Leaders work to nurture strong relationships with parents and carers. They regularly invite parents into school to take part in events or work alongside their child. Some parents said that leaders have created a strong, cohesive school community. Pupils are well behaved and courteous. They treat school staff and each other with respect and care. Pupils enjoy using the different equipment and playing in the large outdoor space at breaktimes. Pupils share and take turns habitually. They are kind and considerate of others' needs. Pupils are happy and safe. School staff form trusted relationships with pupils. Pupils are confident that leaders will sort out any problems that may arise. Leaders deal with any incidents of bullying effectively. They reflect on incidents that may arise and adapt the school curriculum if appropriate. This is to provide opportunities for all pupils to learn from different experiences. Leaders have high expectations for what pupils can achieve. They are reflective and focused on how to make sure pupils learn as best as they can. Leaders ensure that subject leaders have the knowledge and expertise they need to make the right decisions about subjects. As a result, pupils are successful in their learning.

What the school should improve

• Sometimes, teaching does not make explicit links to key knowledge pupils have learned in previous years. Therefore, pupils struggle to connect and build on this knowledge. Leaders should ensure that teachers check pupils' recollection of previous teaching is secure before introducing more complex ideas.
• Sometimes, pupils complete activities that do not match with the intended curriculum. As a result, teaching does not emphasise the important knowledge that pupils need to know and remember. Leaders should provide training for teachers so that they implement the curriculum consistently.

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