Farndon Fields Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 16 May 2023

Leaders have high expectations of pupils' behaviour and academic achievement. Pupils live up to these expectations. They enjoy attending school each day and talk with enthusiasm about their lessons and teachers. They feel safe and confident. Pupils say that if they had any concerns or worries, they would share these with staff. They say that they can turn to pupil well-being ambassadors and particular members of staff who are responsible for well-being. Leaders have forged positive relationships with parents and carers. Parents praise the care and attention that staff show their children. One parent, typical of many, said that their child had developed their 'confidence and pride' since joining the school. Pupils benefit from football, cricket and dodgeball clubs. They take part in dance and creative activities after school. Leaders have organised a range of educational visits, and visiting speakers help bring the curriculum to life for pupils. Pupils visit the Sea Life Centre and meet visiting authors. Leaders have established links with communities and schools in New Delhi, India. Pupils spend a week each academic year learning about India and communicating with Indian pupils.

What the school should improve

• On occasions, some teachers do not help pupils to address misconceptions as these arise. As a result, pupils are not always secure in their understanding when teachers move learning on. Leaders should ensure that all staff have the information and strategies they need to help address pupils' misconceptions when these arise.

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