Bordesley Green Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 March 2023

Pupils are proud to attend this happy and welcoming school. They say, 'It doesn't matter how different we are - we are all friends here'. Pupils feel safe and well cared for. They know there is always an adult they can talk to if they have any worries or concerns. The school's community is diverse. Leaders have worked hard to make sure that this rich cultural mix is reflected in the school's curriculum. Leaders and governors are ambitious for all pupils. They aim to create a community that values all and treats everyone equally. Most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well in many subjects. Pupils behave well. They are polite and respectful of one another and adults. If bullying happens, staff deal with it effectively. Pupils develop their wider interests and talents through after-school and lunchtime clubs, such as crochet. They take on a variety of roles to help with the running of the school, for example, by becoming a prefect or librarian. This helps them to develop confidence and leadership skills.

What the school should improve

• Leaders have not ensured that all teachers deliver the curriculum consistently well. Consequently, in some subjects, pupils do not remember the most important information over time. Leaders should make sure that all teachers develop and use effective strategies and activities to help pupils secure important knowledge in their long-term memories.
• Some pupils do not attend school often enough. This means that they miss learning and are not making as much progress as they could. Leaders should continue to work with families to support pupils to attend school regularly.

Read the full Ofsted report (opens in a new tab)