High Legh Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 July 2026

Pupils are happy and feel safe at this nurturing community school. Most pupils attend school regularly. Pupils, including children in the early years, are supported effectively by caring staff who know them well. This helps them to achieve well academically, socially and personally. Pupils follow the high expectations of behaviour and clear routines that leaders set. This creates a calm and purposeful learning environment. Pupils are polite and respectful to each other. They have positive and trusting relationships with their teachers. Pupils typically behave well. They maintain their focus and cooperate well together in lessons. Pupils have plenty to do during social times, including playing table tennis and basketball, exploring the forest area or finding quiet places to sit and talk with their friends. Bullying is not common. If it does occur, staff dealt with it quickly. Pupils’ time at school is enriched by many memorable experiences. They showcase their talents in school plays, local music festivals and gardening exhibitions. Pupils take pride in representing the school in competitions, for instance when they designed and built the winning entry in a regional model car contest. Pupils develop empathy and a sense of citizenship through raising funds for local and national charities. Trips to museums, Roman ruins and an astronomical observatory strengthen pupils' learning. Pupils build their confidence, develop new skills and connect with others through clubs including choir and art. They readily take part in a wide array of sports that develop their physical and mental health. Pupils spoke enthusiastically about their swimming lessons. Leaders make adjustments that enable all pupils to be fully included in school life. Pupils relish taking on leadership roles. Year 5 playground leaders organise activities for younger pupils. This leads to positive social interactions and purposeful play. Pupils have a genuine voice in the school. School councillors have played an active role in decisions about the lunch menu and markings for the playground.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should ensure that subjects other than English and mathematics are taught consistently well so that pupils can deepen their understanding.

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