Lobley Hill Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 5 November 2024

Pupils enjoy their lessons and many other activities at this welcoming school. The school is ambitious for pupils and ensures that they are well prepared for the next stage in their education. Pupils achieve well, particularly in mathematics and reading, by the end of key stage 2. The subject curriculum is enriched by sporting and cultural opportunities, along with a programme of outdoor learning for every pupil. Pupils take up these wider opportunities enthusiastically and in large numbers. Pupils behave well. They conduct themselves appropriately in lessons and at social times. Pupils know that they have a trusted adult with whom they can share any worries or concerns. Children quickly learn the school routines, beginning with the clear expectations in Nursery Year and Reception. Pupils are actively involved in a variety of leadership roles in school. This builds their confidence and independence. Sports leaders help to organise games at lunchtime. The librarians are well trained. Well-being ambassadors take their roles seriously. The school takes great care to recognise pupils' achievements. Pupils aspire to the many rewards that are available in school. One of the most coveted is the 'pen licence' awarded for handwriting.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects in the wider curriculum, teachers do not routinely check how well pupils understand what is being taught. This means that some pupils have gaps in learning and their misconceptions are not consistently addressed. The school should continue to implement strategies to systematically check pupils' understanding of the curriculum, so that teaching can be adapted to ensure that pupils embed the key knowledge.

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