Foxton Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 30 November 2022

Pupils enjoy attending Foxton Primary School. They feel safe and well cared for by staff. Pupils flourish because the school is welcoming and everyone is treated equally. Pupils are keen to learn. They respond well to the high expectations that staff have for them. Pupils are enthusiastic and curious to learn something new. They especially enjoy learning about the local area and how it compares with other communities. Pupils understand the school's values of respect, responsibility and resilience. Pupils learn to be responsible. They help others by taking on roles such as being buddies for younger pupils. Pupils' behaviour is positive. There is a calm and orderly atmosphere throughout the school. Pupils are polite and respectful to each other and to staff. Bullying is rare in this school. If there is any unkindness between pupils, it is dealt with quickly and effectively. The playground is a happy place to be during lunchtimes. Pupils play well together, sharing play equipment fairly and encouraging friends to join with different games. Parents and carers are very positive about the school. They talk highly of the leaders, teachers and support staff. They value the care and attention that their children receive.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, leaders have not identified the specific knowledge that they want pupils to learn. As a result, teachers have to make decisions about what is taught which are not always as leaders would intend. Leaders should make sure that the agreed subject-specific knowledge is set out explicitly in all subject plans. This will support teachers to teach more effectively.
• Leaders check pupils' attendance regularly. A small number of pupils are still not attending school often enough. Leaders should make sure that all pupils attend school as often as they can so that they benefit fully from the education that the school provides.

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