Evelyn Community Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 May 2022

Pupils are safe and happy. They told the inspector that these are the things that they value most about their school. Pupils were adamant that bullying 'is not allowed'. They said that staff are successful in helping them to resolve any problems that they might have, including when bullying happens. Leaders foster positive attitudes to learning. They make sure that pupils behave well. In the early years, children begin to learn about the benefits of independence. They are curious to explore the wider world to learn more. Children develop their ability to get along well with each other. Leaders have high expectations of pupils' behaviour and achievement, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils strive to ensure that their conduct reflects the school's values. They wear their school badge with pride. Pupils are skilled at using what they already know to acquire new knowledge. They achieve well. Pupils benefit from a wide range of opportunities to cultivate new interests and talents. These include playing in the school orchestra, expressing themselves through art or being chosen for a leadership role. Pupils, especially those who are chosen to be lead learners, are positive role models to others.

What the school should improve

• In a minority of subjects, from early years to key stage 2, leaders do not provide enough guidance for teachers about what they intend pupils to learn. This occasionally results in teachers revisiting knowledge that pupils have learned in earlier year groups. This hinders how quickly some pupils progress through the curriculum. Leaders should clarify what they expect children and pupils to learn in these subjects from the early years to Year 6, and make sure that this is fully understood by all teachers.

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