Lady Joanna Thornhill Endowed Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 February 2025

Pupils enjoy attending this cheerful and caring school. They are happy, and they are safe. Pupils enjoy reading and sharing their learning with Maddie and Wolfie, the school dogs. Pupils form very positive relationships with one another. Older pupils buddy up with younger children, forming genuine friendships across the school. Playtimes are joyful. Pupils use a variety of equipment that encourages them to explore their imagination through play. They are confident and develop their individual interests and talents well. For example, pupils relish dance lessons in the school's dance studio and enjoy cooking in the kitchen classroom. They learn to play the ukulele in the music curriculum, and some perform in one of the school's rock bands. The school has high expectations for pupils. Pupils show interest and enthusiasm in what they learn. They take pride in their work. They learn the knowledge and skills needed to succeed across most subjects well. Pupils are courteous and behave well. They are respectful of adults and one another. They have a clear voice in the school. For example, pupils elected as subject champions work with teachers to refine the curriculum. Pupils contribute to the welfare of others through charitable work.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, such as science and history, sometimes pupils do not have the opportunity to complete activities in the depth that they need. This means that knowledge gained is too fragile and some pupils struggle to retain what they have learned. The school needs to ensure that all teachers follow the curriculum structure and sequencing to enable pupils to embed what they learn.

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