Kings' Forest Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 18 November 2025

Kings' Forest is a school that is centred on the belief that pupils, regardless of their background, can thrive. Leaders ensure that pupils receive the precise help they need to overcome any barriers that exist. As a result, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, flourish and achieve well across the curriculum. Beyond the academic, pupils enjoy a range of trips, including residentials. These experiences help pupils to understand life beyond their locality and prepare them for life in modern Britain. Pupils embrace a range of responsibilities to develop their leadership skills, such as sports captains and being part of the 'well-being team'. Pupils feel a deep sense of belonging and pride in their school. Those who join from other settings are welcomed with open arms. Through 'community days', staff, families and the wider community come together to celebrate their local area. These close bonds help pupils to feel safe and secure. Pupils learn to consider others through organising and raising money at charity events. Typically, pupils learn well. This starts in Nursery Year, where children learn routines and settle quickly. By the time pupils leave for secondary school, most have acquired the skills and knowledge they need in English and mathematics to be ready for their next stage of education. From the start of the school day to when pupils go home, the school exudes an air of calm. In lessons, pupils are engaged and enthused in their learning. They greet their peers and staff around the school cheerfully. During social times, pupils cooperate well together and share play equipment respectfully. Pupils display a kindness and compassion towards each other which makes bullying a rarity. Their enjoyment of school means that they do not want to miss a day of their education. Pupils' high attendance reflects this.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should ensure that teachers have the necessary expertise and subject knowledge that enables them to support and extend pupils' learning across the curriculum.
• Leaders should ensure that pupils develop detailed knowledge and skills, and produce high-quality work more consistently, particularly in some subjects other than English and mathematics.

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