Kingsway Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 25 January 2023

Leaders and staff have high expectations for all pupils, both academically and personally. The school vision, 'Every child, every chance, every day', can be seen in all aspects of school life. Leaders want pupils to be prepared for their future lives. Pupils rise to these expectations. The school offers a range of experiences for pupils beyond the classroom. There is a 'Pupil Parliament' with representatives from each year group. Pupils enjoy applying for the variety of jobs on offer through 'Kingsway careers.' For example, pupils say that the 'well- being warriors' will always help someone if they are sad. They enjoy taking on these responsibilities. Pupils know the school's behaviour management system and say that most pupils behave well in class and in the playground. Pupils understand and love 'golden time', when they can choose to do something that they enjoy. They say it encourages them to behave well and work hard. Pupils say that if bullying happens, adults are quick to sort it out. Pupils show respect for each other and adults. Positive attitudes to learning start in early years and continue throughout the school. Pupils feel safe at this school and know that they can talk to trusted adults if they have a worry. One pupil said, 'We feel very protected here.'

What the school should improve

• Not all staff have been trained to deliver the phonics scheme. This means that there is some variation in the quality of phonics teaching for children and pupils who are in the early stages of reading. Leaders need to provide all staff with the support and training required so that they can deliver the phonics curriculum consistently and effectively.

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