Davington Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 June 2023

Pupils enjoy attending this happy school. They form positive relationships with one another. One pupil shared the views of many when they said, 'We are kind to each other and treat others how you would want to be treated.' Pupils are confident and are encouraged to develop their individual interests well. For example, a display board 'we are all different but we swim together' celebrates togetherness, a sense of community and shared values. Pupils recognise that leaders have high expectations of them. Pupils show interest and enthusiasm in what they learn. They develop the knowledge and skills needed to succeed across most subjects. Pupils are confident in class because of the well- structured support they receive. Pupils learn to be courteous and respectful. They take on responsibilities and relish these. For example, 'sports leaders' support pupils in physical education (PE) lessons and 'reading buddies' read to younger pupils. Pupils contribute to the welfare of others by helping them. For example, they raise funds to support a range of local charities. Pupils feel safe. If pupils experience bullying, they feel confident to report it. Leaders deal with it swiftly and make sure it does not continue.

What the school should improve

• Leaders have not identified the knowledge they intend pupils to learn precisely enough in some subjects. As a result, learning does not always build coherently on what they already know. Leaders need to ensure that they identify what they expect pupils to learn clearly in all subjects and that this is understood and implemented well by teachers.

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