Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 18 April 2023

Pupils think highly of their school. They feel happy and safe. They described the school as an amazing place to learn. Pupils said that staff care deeply about them. Most pupils understand and meet staff's high expectations for their behaviour and learning. They told inspectors that they aim to try their best in class. Across the school, pupils are motivated to learn. Typically, pupils persevere in lessons because they know that it is alright to get something wrong at first. They are eager to earn house points for their efforts. Overall, pupils achieve well across the curriculum. This includes pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and children in the early years. Pupils have an age-appropriate understanding of equality. They know that it is important to treat other people with care and respect, despite any differences that they may have. Leaders also resolve any name-calling or bullying immediately. Pupils appreciate this support. Pupils relish talking about the range of activities and trips in which they can take part. For example, they enjoy gardening, sports clubs and the choir. Pupils were thrilled to talk about a recent visit to the Houses of Parliament. They have raised money for different charities which are important to the school community. These experiences help pupils to become responsible citizens.

What the school should improve

• Sometimes, teachers do not choose the most appropriate activities to help pupils to learn new ideas and concepts. This prevents some pupils from learning all that they could. Leaders should ensure that teachers select activities carefully when presenting new information to pupils. This is so that pupils develop a deep and rich body of knowledge across the curriculum.
• From time to time, staff do not match the books that pupils read to the sounds that they already know. As a result, on occasions, some younger pupils struggle to read and understand the words in their books. Leaders should ensure that all pupils read from books which match the sounds that they already know.
• A few pupils do not behave as well as they should. Very occasionally, this hinders how well they and other pupils learn. Leaders and staff should ensure that pupils behave consistently well.

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