Oak Tree Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 26 March 2024

Pupils at this school feel proud to be part of the Oak Tree family. They have a strong sense of belonging. There are no outsiders in this school. Newcomers are welcome. Pupils said that they feel well cared for and safe. The school has high aspirations for all pupils to succeed academically. Pupils, including those in early years, relish the challenge to achieve their very best. Pupils work hard in their lessons and enjoy learning. Sanctions are rarely needed because pupils conduct themselves well in and out of class. They treat each other with kindness and respect. Pupils know right from wrong. This helps them regulate their behaviour and to support one another. Pupils value the rewards that they receive, such as pink slips and hot chocolate with the headteacher, for their good behaviour. The school helps all pupils to extend their knowledge, talents and interests. The popular outdoor education club helps pupils to appreciate nature and learn survival skills. This builds their confidence. Pupils are offered a wide range of trips and visits. Pupils in Year 4 and Year 6 enjoy the residential visits. Pupils develop positive attitudes towards their community and those less fortunate than themselves. Pupils read to the residents in the local elderly home and raise funds for a range of charities.

What the school should improve

• In a small number of subjects, the school has not ensured that assessment information is used effectively to improve teaching and to secure pupils' understanding. This affects how well some pupils learn and progress through the curriculum. The school should ensure that it continues to strengthen its assessment procedures in those subjects so that pupils learn all that they should. This is the first ungraded inspection since we graded the school to be good in February 2019.

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