Earlham Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 6 June 2023

Pupils thrive at this safe and happy school. Leaders develop pupils' knowledge and confidence through a rich curriculum and thoughtful experiences. For example, pupils work with architects to learn about design and construction, practise speaking French at a local café, learn about evolution and inheritance at London Zoo and about Tudor history at Westminster Abbey. Regular visits to a community garden teach pupils about planting and growing. Pupils' behaviour is exceptional. They listen attentively, are highly motivated and show respect and kindness to adults and each other. From the early years upwards, pupils are encouraged to recognise difficult emotions and feelings. They are proud of the school's 'calm corners', spaces which they use voluntarily when they need help to feel settled and ready to learn. Leaders ensure that all pupils take on meaningful responsibility. In the early years, children are encouraged to take good care of their own possessions and the classroom. Older pupils have important roles within the school. For example, the 'Kindness Crew' support pupils' well-being, the green team organises recycling and language ambassadors support those new to English. Leaders place great importance on developing pupils' oracy skills to boost their confidence and communication. Pupils articulate their views and consider others' perspectives exceptionally well.

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