Kippax Greenfield Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 2 March 2023

Leaders have high expectations for pupils. These are reflected in the school's ethos statement 'Growing Greatness at Greenfield'. Pupils strive to show 'greatness' by working hard, taking on leadership roles and supporting others. Leaders also have high expectations for pupils' learning. Leaders have worked hard to improve the curriculum. Teachers now plan lessons more effectively in all subjects using this curriculum. Pupils enjoy learning new knowledge and information. At times, the presentation of their work does not meet the high standards leaders expect. Through planned assemblies, pupils learn about important issues, such as mutual respect and how to respond to different points of view. Leaders are keen for pupils to try different activities and experiences. A variety of after-school clubs, including netball and football, are well attended and popular with pupils. Relationships between staff and pupils are friendly, positive and respectful. Pupils follow established routines and are generally well behaved. In lessons, pupils show respect for others' opinions and are eager to contribute to discussions. Pupils know that staff will act swiftly and effectively to help them to resolve any disagreements. The majority of pupils attend school regularly. Parents are proud that their children attend the school. Pupils are too. As one pupil told inspectors 'We may be small, but we are great'.

What the school should improve

• Teachers do not always adapt learning, use resources effectively or implement approaches consistently to support pupils with SEND. This means that some pupils with SEND do not have the necessary help to access the curriculum at a suitable level and, therefore, do not make sufficient progress. Leaders should ensure that teachers are trained and able to adapt learning effectively in all subjects.
• Leaders have set high expectations for pupils' behaviour. However, these are not applied consistently in all classes. Consequently, in lessons and at times of transition between lessons, pupils do not behave as well as expected. This impacts on their learning and is seen in the variable quality of their work. Leaders need to ensure that teachers are clear about their expectations for behaviour and work, and that the expected standards are applied consistently.

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