Holy Trinity CofE Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 2 July 2024

This is a welcoming and friendly school, where pupils are exceptionally supportive of each other, caring and kind. The school teaches pupils extensively about the importance of community through shared 'growing together' values and initiatives, such as a monthly collection for a local food bank. Pupils take up responsibilities widely. For example, reading ambassadors in Year 6 read with younger pupils. Junior leadership team members helped to write the school's 'equality charter'. The school has high expectations for all pupils, who achieve well, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Children in the early years develop a good foundation for later learning. Older pupils build exceptionally well on their starting points. Behaviour is excellent. Pupils are courteous and polite. They are tolerant and sympathetic to each other's needs. This contributes to a harmonious school community. Pupils' wider experiences at school are of exceptional quality. Musical opportunities such as choir, orchestra, instrumental lessons and school productions enable pupils to develop their talents, including by performing at notable venues. Sporting experiences are broad and include pupils at all stages of sporting aptitude. Educational visits develop pupils' confidence and enrich their experience, such as a stay in France for pupils in Year 6 where they speak the French language and experience local culture.

What the school should improve

• Sometimes, some of the knowledge that children in early years need to know is not explicitly identified. As a result, children miss opportunities to secure fully their understanding of some concepts in readiness for their learning at the start of Year 1. Leaders should ensure that the early years curriculum builds sequentially in all areas. This will ensure that children are developing the necessary language and knowledge to prepare them consistently well for their future learning.

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