Edmund Waller Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 14 June 2023

Pupils enjoy coming to school. They are often excited about the learning that their teachers prepare for them. They play and work well with their classmates. Pupils are happy and feel safe in school. When they have any concerns or worries, they are confident in saying that an adult will be there for them. Leaders and staff expect pupils to be respectful to everyone - adults and children alike. It is a common sight to see pupils holding the door for other pupils, for example. On rare occasions when bullying occurs, staff deal with it promptly and effectively. Staff want pupils to be always ready to learn during lesson times. Pupils work hard to complete tasks that are assigned to them. Leaders give them plenty of opportunities within the curriculum to pursue their 'creativity, humanity, and ambition'. Pupils are learning the curriculum well. Pupils are proud of their sporting achievements. This year, all three of the school's football teams made it to the local authority-wide league finals. Pupils who are keen artists and musicians are supported well. Pupils frequently perform in music halls and large venues. The school's orchestra holds annual concerts and individual pupils perform in piano recitals throughout the year.

What the school should improve

• In a few subjects, the implementation of the curriculum does not give enough focus to ensuring that pupils know and understand subject-specific vocabulary. When this happens, pupils' understanding of key concepts in these subjects is not as clear as it should be. Leaders should support teachers in ensuring that pupils know and understand subject-specific vocabulary before moving the learning on.

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