NCEA William Leech CofE Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 5 June 2024

The school is the heart of the community. Pupils are proud to attend here. They describe it as a welcoming place to learn. The school knows the community it serves well. Pupils benefit from an ambitious curriculum that supports their academic progress as well as providing them with a range of other opportunities beyond the classroom. This is well matched to the needs of pupils who attend here. Pupils rise to the high expectations set by leaders and staff at both the school and the trust. The school is ambitious for all pupils who attend here. Simple, clear and effective school rules ensure that pupils behave well. Trust values, such as hope and inclusivity, can be seen in the attitudes of pupils across school. Pupils feel safe. They value the care and support the school staff provide for them every day. Outside of classroom learning, pupils experience a range of opportunities. Termly visits to museums, for example, bring the curriculum to life. Leadership opportunities, such as 'LIGHT' ambassadors, house captains and mentors, all help pupils to be active citizens and understand aspects of democracy.

What the school should improve

• In a small number of subjects, the skills and knowledge that pupils should gain are not precise enough to reflect the mixed-age curriculum that has been developed. Some pupils do not have learning objectives and/or targets closely matched to where they are in their learning journey. This impacts the progress they make. The school should refine the end points for these subjects, to better reflect the mixed-age classes in school, and ensure that assessment informs the school how pupils are building their knowledge and skills over time.

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