Oakley Vale Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 27 June 2023

Pupils enjoy coming to this school. They say they feel happy and safe here. Pupils get on well together. They show each other, and adults, respect. Pupils enjoy making a positive contribution to the school. They like being school councillors, breaktime sports crew, reading buddies, 'little interpreters' and attendance ambassadors. Pupils' behaviour and attitudes are excellent. They are highly motivated to learn. Pupils know they can talk to staff about any concerns they may have. Bullying is rare. Pupils are confident that when bullying does happen, staff deal with it effectively. Staff have high expectations. This includes those pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils value their learning. They are proud of their achievements. Pupils like the rewards they earn for doing their best. The '50 before Year 7' programme inspires pupils from Reception to Year 6 to challenge themselves before they leave the school. The list includes trying new food, learning a poem by heart, entering a competition and gazing at the stars. Parents and carers value the work that the school does to support their children, a typical comment being: 'They make my daughter feel very supported, happy and cared for while she is there.'

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