Newick Church of England Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 10 June 2025

Newick is a nurturing and caring school, where pupils flourish. There is a relentless ambition for each pupil to achieve their potential, regardless of their start point. Pupils value their regular visits to the outdoor provision, where they enhance their formal learning while exploring their natural habitat. Through well-considered activities, such as wood carving, pupils learn to use tools safely and to listen carefully to instructions. From the early years upwards, outdoor learning opportunities help pupils to increase their awareness of risk and to collaborate positively with their peers. Pupils achieve well in this school. They develop strong communication skills that prepare them well for the next stages of their learning and development. Pupils are confident and articulate, welcoming opportunities to talk about their interests and experiences. Through a range of leadership opportunities, pupils demonstrate active citizenship. For example, library monitors help ensure that books are categorised and displayed correctly so that pupils benefit from a well-organised reading space. The quality of pastoral care is strong. Pupils feel safe and know they will be listened to. Pupils participate enthusiastically in all aspects of school life because they are motivated to try new things and recognise that they are all valued members of the community.

What the school should improve

• Sometimes, the adaptations teachers make to the curriculum for pupils with SEND, do not precisely match their needs. Where this is the case, pupils do not access the intended learning as effectively as their peers and therefore do not achieve as well as they could. The school should ensure that curriculum adaptations are consistently well matched to pupils' particular learning needs.

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