Kingsmoor Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 2 February 2023

Pupils enjoy coming to this inclusive and welcoming school. They are polite and courteous. Pupils talk confidently about the 'Kingsmoor Code'. They understand how this helps them to be kind, respectful and tolerant of others. Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive. Many of them comment on the school's warm and friendly environment and the way in which staff support and care for pupils. Staff have high expectations for pupils' behaviour and conduct. Pupils respond well to the clear structures and routines that are in place. Children in the early years are respectful and eager to learn. The environment in classrooms and around the school is calm and purposeful. Pupils feel safe. They value their positive relationships with staff. Adults provide any extra help pupils need to understand and manage their emotions. Pupils say that bullying is rare. If it occurred, they are confident that adults would deal with it quickly. Pupils enjoy clubs such as choir, football and netball. They value opportunities to lead their own assemblies and support younger pupils. Pupils say that this makes them feel proud and gives them confidence to take on responsibilities.

What the school should improve

• Teaching does not always check pupils' knowledge and understanding of the curriculum well enough. When this occurs, teaching does not build on what pupils have learned before. As a result, pupils struggle to recall previous learning and do not build their knowledge well enough. Leaders need to ensure that teachers use assessment effectively so that pupils learn and remember the curriculum successfully in all subjects.

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