Clutton Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 18 October 2023

Pupils enjoy coming to Clutton Primary School. They describe the school as a 'family' where everyone is kind and welcoming. Pupils understand how the school values help them to learn from their mistakes, give their best and be understanding of others. Parents talk positively about the role the school plays in the local community and the care and attention that staff show to pupils. The school has high expectations for pupils' behaviour. Staff reward good behaviour and manners. Pupils are polite and courteous. They show high levels of respect to adults and to one another. In the early years, children are eager to learn and settle to new routines well. There is a calm and purposeful environment in classrooms and around the school. Pupils feel safe. Relationships between staff and pupils are positive. Pupils talk about how their 'talk to' boxes enable them to share any worries or concerns they may have with a trusted adult. Pupils enjoy a wide range of clubs such as netball, cross country, sewing and book club. They value becoming house captains, eco councillors and members of the school council. They say these roles help them to set a positive example to others.

What the school should improve

• The checks on pupils' knowledge and understanding in some areas of the curriculum are not fully effective. As a result, some pupils struggle to recall previous learning and do not build their knowledge well over time. The trust needs to ensure that the school uses assessment effectively so that pupils learn and remember the curriculum successfully in all subjects.

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