Loddon Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 February 2023

Loddon Primary is a friendly school where pupils are keen to live out the school values. These run throughout the life of the school and the high expectations of all adults. Pupils are keen to be recognised for showing the school's values in their positive behaviour and conduct. Pupils learn how to recognise bullying. They are confident that it happens rarely in school and, when it does, adults deal with it well. As one pupil said, 'if we follow the Loddon values, we can always be a good friend, and good friends aren't bullies.' Right from the start of Nursery, pupils are curious and have positive attitudes toward learning. Leaders provide pupils with a wide range of clubs and activities to build their character and broaden their experiences. Pupils show respect for others and celebrate difference. New pupils are warmly welcomed into the inclusive school community. Breaktimes are lively and sociable. Pupils look forward to playing on the trim trail, doing craft activities, or just catching up with their friends. Pupils feel safe because they know that adults listen to them and care about them. Pupils know how to keep themselves healthy in body and mind and, as a result, they thrive.

What the school should improve

• In a small number of subjects, teachers do not always design activities that build on what pupils already know. As a result, some pupils complete activities swiftly because they already have a secure understanding. Leaders need to ensure that they are providing effective checks that the curriculum is being delivered as intended so that pupils are challenged.

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