Goodleigh Church of England Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 27 September 2022

Pupils enjoy coming to this inclusive school. They feel safe. Strong pastoral provision is in place. Parents are overwhelmingly positive about all that the school provides. One parent commented, 'Goodleigh is a nurturing school, that treats each child as an individual and harnesses their strength while supporting their needs.' Leaders are determined that all pupils will reach their full potential. They have designed a curriculum that interests and engages pupils. Pupils have positive attitudes to their learning. They take huge pride in their achievements and are keen to share these with others. Staff foster a culture of kindness. Relationships between staff and pupils are warm and respectful. Pupils strive to live up to adults' high expectations of behaviour. Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school site. Low-level disruption is rare. Pupils understand what bullying is. They say it has happened in the past, but adults dealt with it effectively and sensitively. Leaders give careful consideration to pupils' wider personal development. The curriculum is well thought out and builds opportunities and experiences for all pupils to develop character and individuality. Pupils know that everyone is different and that it is good to be different. They understand the importance of tolerance.

What the school should improve

• Governors' oversight of how well the curriculum builds pupils' knowledge and skills is not as sharply focused as it could be. Consequently, this makes it difficult for them to challenge leaders rigorously across all subjects. Governors need to ensure they gain clear oversight into the effectiveness of subjects across the curriculum to bring about further improvements where needed.

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