Carlton Primary Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 13 June 2023

Leaders and staff, with the support of the trust, have worked successfully to improve the school. Leaders want the very best for pupils. There are high expectations for pupils' learning and behaviour. This is reflected in the ambitious culture in the school. The 'Carlton Code' embodies the values of community, respect, excellence and pride. These values are commonly understood by staff and pupils. They underpin the curriculum and the good quality pastoral care. Pupils and staff get along very well together in this caring and supportive environment. Pupils are extremely polite and considerate. They behave well in lessons and at social times. Pupils of all ages show kindness, take turns and listen to each other. Pupils engage very well in their learning. The very youngest to the oldest pupils show sustained concentration and effort. Pupils enjoy rewards for their efforts, including through the collection of 'coins' to support the house competition. Pupils feel safe in school. Bullying is rare. If it does happen staff deal with it effectively. The views of many pupils are summed up by one who said, 'This school is fair, and everyone feels included.'

What the school should improve

• Some subject-specific content in some foundation subjects is not given a high enough priority in the curriculum. As a result, pupils are not learning the core content as well as they could. Leaders should ensure that the main ideas and knowledge that they want pupils to know are made clear in all subjects.

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