Clapham Manor Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 5 October 2022

Pupils make friends quickly here. They enjoy learning different subjects and have fun together at playtimes. Leaders have high expectations for how pupils behave towards each other in lessons and around the school. They encourage strong character traits, including empathy and openness, kindness and team spirit. Typically, pupils' behaviour is orderly and considerate. Teachers respond swiftly and effectively if there are any rare instances of bullying and if any pupils need extra support with managing their behaviour. Leaders set out to ensure pupils are 'world ready'. Pupils gain an understanding of issues such as environmental change and diversity through global-learning classes. Leaders work in partnership with parents, carers and the local community to support pupils' learning. Leaders encourage pupils to think carefully, express their views, to value differences and build social harmony. Pupils have opportunities to join clubs to develop their sporting, artistic and musical interests and skills. Pupils showcase their learning in performances and regular singing assemblies. Educational excursions include visits to museums and residential journeys. Pupils are kept safe in school. There are plenty of ways for pupils to tell staff if they are concerned or unhappy. Pupils appreciate the 'worry monster' box in every classroom, knowing that their teacher will help them.

What the school should improve

• In a few subjects, leaders are continuing to develop systems for checking how well pupils learn knowledge and skills. In these subjects, gaps in pupils' knowledge and where pupils' learning is secure are not identified swiftly. Leaders should embed their new and revised systems for reviewing pupils' achievement and use this information to inform curriculum planning and identify where pupils and teachers need further support.

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