Caunton Dean Hole CofE Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 4 June 2025

Pupils are happy at this small, caring and nurturing school. They show respect and kindness, reflecting the school's values. Pupils enjoy their learning. They fulfil the school's high expectations for them to achieve well in all aspects of school life. Pupils behave well. They are polite to each other and to adults. Pupils enjoy welcoming visitors and are proud of their school. Positive relationships enable pupils to flourish and feel safe. They know that trusted adults are available to provide bespoke support in the case of any worries or difficulties. The school's distinctive close-knit family ethos is evident. For example, at lunchtime, the whole school gathers for 'family dining'. Older and younger pupils interact naturally and happily. Pupils welcome opportunities to develop independence as they help to clear the dining hall or prepare resources for collective worship. The attractive, spacious outdoor areas promote pupils' wider development, and their physical and mental well-being, very well. Pupils benefit from regular opportunities to broaden their horizons beyond the village. This includes taking part in residential activities, day trips and immersive themed 'collaboration days' at other schools.

What the school should improve

• In a small number of subjects, the work given to pupils does not enable them to build sequentially on what they have learned. As a result, there are gaps in some pupils' knowledge. The school should ensure that staff have the expertise to choose learning activities that support pupils to learn the key knowledge set out in these curriculum areas.

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