Burhill Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 24 January 2023

Pupils work hard at this large, well-organised school. Leaders have ensured that everyone knows what is expected both in lessons and in terms of behaviour. Pupils respond well to this. The school runs smoothly. It is a settled and purposeful place where pupils feel safe and supported. Pupils generally behave well. Some parents expressed concerns around poor behaviour and bullying. However, pupils are confident that on the rare occasions bullying does occur, it is dealt with by staff quickly and effectively. Leaders' records support this. Pupils are happy. They get along well. Playtime is a hive of activity, with games supported by staff, who join in with the fun. Any pupil who is left out is quickly spotted and included so that pupils learn to play together well. Pupil 'befrienders' suggest and organise games. Pupils are offered a wide range of opportunities to take on additional responsibilities such as mentors and sports captains. Lunch mentors provide support for younger pupils. Being responsible starts in early years with children taking on roles such as a fruit bowl monitor in Nursery. Pupils also enjoy additional opportunities such as learning about and looking after the school chickens or singing a local community centre at Christmas.

What the school should improve

• Sometimes, in the foundation subjects, teachers do not have the subject knowledge they need to deliver the new curriculum plans in the way that subject leaders intend. This means that pupils do not achieve as well across the wider curriculum as they do in English and mathematics. Leaders should continue to offer support and training to staff as they implement the reviewed foundation curriculum.

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