Copperfield Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 2 December 2025

Pupils flourish at this school. They take part in a rich personal development programme that builds confidence, leadership and ambition. Pupils, including those facing disadvantage, meet role models from a wide range of professional careers. This helps shape their future aspirations. They take pride in their school, form strong relationships and consistently live by the school's values. Pupils are well prepared for secondary school and life beyond. Work with the local police makes a particularly positive impact in the community. Pupils enjoy learning, and value experiences that reflect their diverse experiences and cultures. Pupils feel a strong sense of belonging and strive to contribute meaningfully to their community. They feel safe, cared for and included from the start of the day. Staff build positive relationships and set high expectations for behaviour. Pupils succeed in a calm, orderly atmosphere. They have no concerns about bullying and trust adults to resolve any issues quickly. Pupils manage playtime activities, such as the competitive four-square league, with maturity and fairness. They attend school eagerly and regularly because they want to, not just because they have too. Pupils achieve well. Their learning gives them the core skills and knowledge they need for the next stage of education. Pupils demonstrate this through achieving well in most areas by the end of Year 6. Those who speak English as an additional language develop vocabulary and oracy skills effectively. From their earliest days in Nursery, children show positive attitudes to learning and a love of reading and rhymes. Staff provide extra help for pupils who need it, including those in the specially resourced provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This well planned and tailored support helps pupils thrive.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should ensure staff in early years build expert knowledge to help them further improve children's access to outdoor learning.
• Leaders should refine their approach to teaching spelling and grammar across the curriculum so that it fully reflects and further supports pupils' achievement in writing.

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