Lancasterian Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 June 2023

Pupils here belong to a caring and inclusive school. They show respect and kindness towards each other and build positive, trusting relationships with staff. Leaders have established a set of values that are central to the life of the school. Pupils reflect these values in all that they do. Pupils enjoy coming to school. They are happy here. Leaders have high expectations for what every pupil can achieve. Many pupils realise these expectations. They work hard in lessons and show resilience when facing difficulties. As pupils get older, they take part in activities and events with universities and employers. Leaders prepare pupils well for the next stage of their education. Pupils behave exceptionally well. From the start in early years, they respond well to established routines. As they move through the school, they grow in independence. They take increasing responsibility for their own actions. They also support each other's well-being, with some pupils taking on roles as peer mediators. Leaders provide pupils with a wide range of opportunities to develop their talents and interests. Pupils take part in clubs, including for sports, art, music and gardening. House captains, elected by the pupils, represent pupils' views. Pupils contribute to the continued development of the school.

What the school should improve

• Sometimes, teachers' choice of activity does not help pupils to secure knowledge as well as it could. Also, sometimes, teachers do not check pupils' understanding with sufficient rigour before moving on to the next stage of learning. This results in some pupils not building up their knowledge and understanding in a secure and coherent way. Leaders should ensure that they provide teachers with the pedagogical development they need to secure and check pupils' knowledge and understanding consistently.

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