Goldstone Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 3 July 2023

Pupils thrive at this friendly school. They are happy, active and excited to learn. One parent summed up the views of many by saying, 'My child skips into school each day and comes out buzzing.' Pupils and parents feel listened to. Pupils trust that adults care for them and will respond if they have any problems or worries. This helps pupils to grow in confidence and to feel safe. Consequently, bullying is not something they worry about. Pupils are expected to behave well and work hard, and for the most part they do. The school is a hive of purposeful activity. Staff know pupils and their needs well. This ensures that pupils who need additional support benefit from the thoughtful provision that is put in place. This helps all pupils to feel included and experience success. A strong sense of community pervades all aspects of school life. Right from the start in early years, families feel welcomed and involved. Pupils engage confidently with the wide range of additional opportunities available to them. This includes different clubs and activities such as camping on the school field. They are proud of their many sporting achievements at local and national levels. Pupils are active in community projects and initiatives such as 'Our City, Our World'.

What the school should improve

• In a few subjects, the curriculum does not sufficiently identify the essential knowledge pupils should learn and remember. As a result, pupils have gaps in their knowledge. Leaders are aware of this and have plans in place to address it. Leaders should continue to review and refine the curriculum to ensure that pupils build all the knowledge they need across all subjects to be fully prepared for the next stages of their education.

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