Bevendean Primary School and Nursery

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 November 2024

Pupils thrive at this inclusive school. The school keeps pupils at the heart of every decision. It expects, and receives, the best of everyone. Staff have high expectations of all pupils, and pupils respond well to these. Pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve highly and are well prepared for their next steps. Pupils' behaviour is impeccable. Routines are well established and support pupils to make the right choices. The school is a calm and purposeful learning environment. Pupils value nurturing relationships with staff. During lessons, they are absorbed in their learning. Pupils consistently try their best, achieving highly across the curriculum. The school provides wide and varied opportunities to develop pupils' character. Pupils relish opportunities that bring their learning to life. These include visits to museums and trying out new experiences, including paddleboarding. Pupils enjoy helping others. They apply for and carry out leadership roles, including as house captains or the elected school council. Pupils are empathetic, understanding that their friends may have challenges different to their own. They have trusted adults that they can talk to and share any worries or concerns. As a result, pupils feel valued and safe in school.

What the school should improve

• The school has not ensured that pupils apply what they learn in English to their writing across the curriculum, and pupils are not given sufficient opportunities to apply their writing skills in a way that deepens their understanding in different subjects. Some younger children in the early years do not consistently form letters correctly. The school should ensure that staff have the knowledge and expertise to address errors in letter formation and promote relevant writing opportunities.

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