Moore Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 February 2023

Leaders have created a happy and successful school that has strong links with parents, carers and the local community. Pupils enjoy learning and they achieve well. They work hard during lessons and are very supportive of one another. By the time they leave Year 6, pupils are well prepared for the next stage of their education. Leaders are determined that all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), should achieve well. Pupils strive each day to live up to teachers' high expectations. This is evident in their positive behaviour and the excellent attitudes to learning that they develop from their very first days in the Reception class. Pupils feel happy and safe in school because they know that adults care about them. They know that members of staff will always listen to them if they have any concerns. They are confident that staff will deal with the very rare incidents of bullying or name-calling quickly and effectively. Leaders provide many opportunities for pupils to take part in clubs and activities outside of the school day. Pupils also have the chance to participate in residential visits. All pupils, including those with SEND, are encouraged to join in with these activities.

What the school should improve

• In a small number of subjects, the checks that teachers make on pupils' learning do not identify whether pupils fully understand what they have been taught. This means that some pupils have gaps in their knowledge and are not able to build future learning securely on what they already know. Leaders should ensure that teachers use assessment strategies effectively, to address misconceptions and identify gaps in knowledge.

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