Chilton County Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 9 July 2024

Pupils enjoy being part of this friendly and supportive school, where everyone is appreciated. Throughout the school, there is a calm and purposeful atmosphere. Pupils feel secure and well looked after. They know there is always someone to talk to if they have any worries. Beginning in the early years, children develop strong and positive attitudes to learning. This praiseworthy behaviour continues throughout the school. In lessons, pupils are engaged, enjoy learning and answer teachers' questions confidently. There are high expectations for pupils, including those with special educational needs/or disabilities (SEND), to achieve well. Pupils meet these expectations and are keen to learn. They benefit from a broad range of opportunity that enable them to learn about the world around them. They develop their outdoor practical skills, including learning about habitats, building dens and pond dipping in the on-site forest area. Pupils also learn about gardening, including growing vegetables, flowers and fruits in the school garden. They raise money for charity and consider the needs of others. At breaktimes, pupils engage joyfully in activities with their peers. They appreciate the activities offered, including games led by playleaders, such as using a large parachute. The school prepares pupils successfully to become well-rounded individuals and members of their community.

What the school should improve

• Where the curriculum has recently been revised, the impact on pupils' learning is not fully known. The school should ensure that the new curriculum is monitored and evaluated carefully, to ensure that it is having the desired impact on pupils' learning.

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