Hobbayne Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 14 June 2023

Pupils are happy and kept safe here. This is because there are always adults to help them should they need it. Pupils appreciate the 'worry box' to report any concerns they may have, as well as the access to the school counsellor in 'The Space'. Pupils are polite and helpful, showing high levels of respect towards each other. They accept responsibility for managing their own conduct. This is instilled through the 'You own your own behaviour' approach taken in school. As a result, behaviour is exemplary. Leaders want all pupils to achieve well. The curriculum is broad and ambitious. In most subjects, this helps pupils to deepen their knowledge and understanding. As a result, pupils are well prepared for the next stage of their education. Pupils appreciate the opportunities provided to take on extra responsibility. This includes representing their peers on the school council, as part of the eco-team, in managing the library and as playground buddies. They know that leaders value their opinions and contributions. Consequently, they feel part of the school and any decisions that are made. For example, girls asked for a football club to increase their confidence in playing competitively.

What the school should improve

• Some subjects are at an earlier stage of development. In these areas, teachers do not check as carefully that pupils have secured the important ideas they need. As a result, errors and misconceptions are not consistently identified and corrected. Leaders should ensure that teachers check pupils' understanding and make the links with prior learning explicit. This will help to ensure that pupils develop a deeper understanding across the curriculum.

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