Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 5 April 2022

Leaders have high expectations of all pupils. Pupils rise to these expectations. Leaders prioritise the development of pupils' character. They plan interesting lessons to prepare pupils to face future challenges with confidence. Pupils learn to consider how their actions impact others. Pupils feel safe and enjoy attending school. They are kind and respectful. Learning is rarely disrupted. Pupils do not worry about bullying. They say that adults listen to them if they have any problems. Pupils hold roles of responsibility that prepare them well for later life. They take their responsibilities seriously. These include tending to the allotment, being eco-warriors and supporting other children with healthy choices at lunchtime. Leaders ensure pupils understand how to be respectful members of society. Pupils learn how to care for others. For example, older pupils recently read stories to the elderly. Parents value leaders' consideration for pupils' well-being. One parent said, 'The Christian ethos of the school permeates the daily life of the children and the wider community.'

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, teachers do not sequence learning well enough to develop pupils' knowledge and skills. As a result, pupils do not remember enough learning over time. Leaders need to ensure that teachers sequence learning effectively so that pupils know more and remember more.

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