Elm Grove Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 10 January 2023

The school's curriculum is successfully designed to enable all pupils to be included in learning. This is underpinned by the school motto of 'Everyone Included, Everyone Valued. Learning and Thriving Together'. A kind and nurturing environment permeates throughout this school. This is recognised by parents, pupils and staff. Everyone is made to feel welcome. One pupil summarised the school's celebration of difference by saying, 'If all the colours were the same, there would be no rainbows.' This theme is reflected throughout the school. Playtimes are purposeful occasions. Pupils play enthusiastically at the school oasis and build models using the vast array of items on offer. Bullying rarely occurs, but if it does, leaders take appropriate action. Pupils acknowledge this and can name adults to talk to if they have any worries. This helps them to feel safe. Everyone is clear what the three school rules are. Pupils know how important it is to be 'ready, respectful and safe.' They demonstrate this through their positive behaviour. Leaders have high ambitions for pupils. These are generally realised. Where outcomes have been lower, leaders have taken swift action to provide effective support.

What the school should improve

• For some foundation subjects, leaders have not fully considered how to assess what pupils have learned. This means that there is not always an accurate picture of what pupils have remembered over time. Leaders need to continue to refine assessment systems and practice so that the precise knowledge pupils remember is understood.

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