Ludlow Infant Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 March 2024

Pupils are put at the heart of this school, where leaders insist on getting it right for every child. The school's values of 'learn, inspire, achieve' are central to everything the school does. Pupils relish learning. They enjoy the work they do because it is interesting and challenges them. They relish the experiences that help to bring their learning to life, such as visits to a farm, an art gallery and the fire brigade. Pupils are happy, confident and feel safe. There is no place for bullying in this school. Pupils, parents and the school are clear that it does not happen. Pupils also learn how to keep themselves safe, including when they are online. Staff thoughtfully help pupils to develop their resilience and independence. This helps pupils to achieve well. Pupils' behaviour is incredibly positive. Pupils play well together on the playground, using the equipment considerately. In lessons, pupils listen and learn well. They are cooperative and polite and share equipment to help them learn more. There is no low-level disruption in lessons because pupils understand and follow the school's 'Super Seven' learning behaviours. Pupils know how adults support them to behave well. They feel proud when the school shares their good work and behaviour with their parents.

What the school should improve

• In a few subjects, activities do not consistently help some pupils to learn and apply subject-specific vocabulary. As a result, these pupils are not deepening their understanding as much as they could. The school needs to continue to support staff in developing the curriculum securely and consistently in every subject.

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