Old Earth Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 13 December 2022

Old Earth Primary School is a place where pupils are successful and happy. All pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), access an outstanding and ambitious curriculum. Leaders have launched their new curriculum based on the 50th anniversary of the school. Pupils learn about the local area, giving pupils a greater awareness of their community and how they can play a part as active citizens. Pupils have a deep understanding of the importance of education. They appreciate their teachers' recognition of what they can achieve. Pupils feel that they are 'pushed' in a positive way to learn new things. This breeds a positive learning culture throughout school. Pupils behaviour in and around school is exemplary. They are enthusiastic learners. They demonstrate positive behaviours in lessons that reflect the school motto, 'STARS'. Pupils 'Sit up, Track the teacher, Ask and answer questions, Respect each other and Smile'. Pupils are kind and considerate to one another. They welcome new pupils and visitors alike. They say that 'smiling is the law'. If pupils ever have a worry or concern, they say that teachers are always at hand to deal with it. This includes any incidents of bullying, which are rare. Pupils benefit from the many opportunities to develop their leadership skills. There is an active school council. They frequently meet with the headteacher to discuss how the school environment and their learning can improve. Other leadership roles include play leaders, house captains and lunchtime helpers. Leaders provide a variety of extra- curricular clubs, such as sports clubs and choir clubs. Pupils enjoy participating in sports competitions and festivals, both locally and regionally.

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