Minety Church of England Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 April 2023

Pupils at Minety thrive in the school. They support one another to develop positive and supportive relationships. Pupils are confident and keen to talk to visitors to describe what makes their school special. Leaders have a clear vision for the school. They are highly ambitious that all pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), will achieve well. Pupils enjoy their lessons. They are keen to learn. One parent said, 'My child often comes home really excited about the learning he has done in school.' By the end of Year 6, pupils are well prepared for the move to secondary school. Pupils are proud to attend their school. They say they feel happy and safe. New behaviour systems are understood by staff and pupils', and behaviour is improving. Pupils say bullying is rare, but if it did happen, staff would sort it out quickly. Pupils are taught how to keep mentally and physically healthy. They know who to talk to if they need help with their social and emotional well-being. Most parents are supportive of the school. One parent said, 'The school is welcoming, warm, encouraging and supportive.'

What the school should improve

• Assessment in the foundation subjects is not precise enough to check what pupils know and can do. As a result, subject leaders do not know how well pupils follow the intended curriculum. Leaders need to develop effective assessment procedures so they have an accurate understanding of pupils' progress across the full curriculum.

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