Beaconsfield Primary and Nursery School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 25 April 2023

Pupils enjoy school, and they work hard. Leaders and teachers know the pupils very well. This means that pupils' different needs can be met. Pupils value the regular mentoring sessions they have with their teachers. These help pupils understand how well they are doing and what they need to do to improve. Pupils behave very well in lessons and around the school. They know that unkind language is not tolerated, and they treat each other with respect. Pupils are taught how to stay safe. They learn about relationships and growing up in an age-appropriate way. The school's mission to promote mutual respect, safety, fun and friendship starts in Nursery and builds throughout the school. Leaders have thought carefully about the curriculum. Pupils study a broad range of subjects. Leaders make sure that all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), access the same rich curriculum. Pupils with more complex needs are very well supported. Children in the early years are prepared well for the transition to Year 1 and beyond. Very positive relationships between adults and children across the school help to make this a happy place to learn and to work in.

What the school should improve

• On occasions, teachers lack precision when delivering important subject content. This sometimes leads to pupils learning inaccurate information and having gaps in their knowledge. Leaders should make sure that the curriculum is delivered more precisely so that pupils do not develop misconceptions and the curriculum is delivered as intended.

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