Deanesfield Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 17 June 2025

Pupils receive an excellent education at this school. This begins in the early years, where strong foundations are built. The school has high academic ambitions for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils achieve highly, and their attainment is above national outcomes. Pupils' enjoyment in lessons is tangible, and they quickly become curious learners. The school's motto, 'dream, believe, achieve and make a difference', is at the heart of the school. Respect and responsibility are firmly established. Consequently, pupils develop their confidence and determination to succeed. They conduct themselves with maturity and compassion for others. Pupils take pride in their achievements and champion each other. The school provides an extensive range of enrichment opportunities to develop pupils' character and their awareness of the world around them. They go on trips to the Isle of Wight, museums, galleries, parks and libraries. Pupils are also encouraged to be active citizens. They support a local food bank and take care of an allotment, where they grow carrots, strawberries, courgettes, sweetcorn and lettuce. This produce is used in cooking lessons. Here, pupils learn how to cook different dishes, from pizza to fish cakes. In short, every opportunity for learning is taken. Pupils are safe here and thrive.

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