Lionel Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 4 March 2025

Pupils are proud to be part of this caring and welcoming school. Every pupil is nurtured and included, whenever they join the school. This means that pupils feel a strong sense of connection with the school community. Various pupil leadership roles mean that pupils actively contribute to school life. For example, reading champions help younger pupils with reading practise, while sports leaders organise games for their peers at playtimes. Pupils welcome these responsibilities, demonstrating their readiness to help others. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary across the school. They learn to show kindness, respect and sensitivity to their peers. For example, the school's 'heartfelt teaching' approach helps pupils to manage their behaviour and emotions in a way that is thoughtful of others. This includes at social times, where joy and kindness fill the playground. The school has very high expectations for pupils' achievement. The curriculum is broad, exciting and ambitious. Skilful teaching enables pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to recall their learning fluently. Pupils achieve exceptionally well and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning. The vast array of enrichment opportunities on offer to pupils is impressive. Pupils' experiences of school life are greatly enhanced by their enjoyment of these activities, from orienteering to rugby and street dance.

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