Falmouth Primary Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 9 March 2022

Pupils are proud to attend Falmouth Primary Academy. They explain confidently how their teachers help them to learn well. Leaders have high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils learn through an ambitious curriculum. A curriculum leader told us, 'The sky's the limit for all pupils here.' Leaders share a clear vision for every child to achieve their best. They ensure that all pupils receive the help they need to be able to succeed. Most pupils behave well. Adults treat pupils fairly and with respect. Consequently, pupils feel safe. Many pupils benefit from support to understand and manage their emotions. Pupils develop the knowledge and skills they need to be successful life-long learners. Pupils know what the different types of bullying are. Incidents of bullying are rare. Pupils are confident that adults would help them quickly if it did happen. Parents appreciate the opportunities that pupils have to experience life beyond their local community. Pupils take part in a residential trip to London. One parent told inspectors, 'My children love learning. They speak so positively of the school culture and opportunities.'

What the school should improve

• Teachers' expectations of how pupils present their work, especially in mathematics, are not always high enough. This sometimes leads to pupils becoming confused when completing calculations. Leaders need to ensure that there are consistently high expectations for how pupils present their work.
• Teachers do not consistently use assessment effectively across the curriculum. As a result, teachers do not always have accurate knowledge of what pupils know and remember. Leaders need to continue to refine assessment across all subjects.

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