Pannal Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 29 November 2022

Leaders have high expectations of pupils. These expectations are mirrored in the school vision that 'the 'Pannal-shaped' child is self-aware and mindful, works collaboratively, respects others, is interested in the wider world and is not afraid to fail'. Pupils meet these standards that leaders expect of them through their positive working together, the leadership roles they undertake in school and how they support others. Staff have thought about the content of the curriculum. They have ensured that new learning is planned to build on what pupils already know. In some subjects, however, it is not well sequenced so as to enable regular assessment to identify whether pupils are learning the intended curriculum. Some curriculum leaders are not able to monitor their subjects effectively. Pupils achieve well across a range of subjects. Pupils work hard in lessons. They demonstrate enthusiasm, independence, creativity and an ability to work collaboratively with others. Staff provide support to make sure pupils are well looked after. Pupils feel safe in school. They can turn to adults if they have any worries or concerns. As part of the curriculum, pupils learn how to keep themselves safe inside and out of school. For example, pupils discussed different strategies they use to keep safe online and when out playing in their local community. Relationships between staff and pupils are friendly, positive and respectful. Pupils follow established routines and are well behaved. In class, pupils are eager to contribute to discussions, and they respect each other's opinions. Bullying is rare. When it does happen, pupils know that staff will act swiftly and effectively. Most pupils attend school regularly.

What the school should improve

• Curriculum leaders have accessed subject-specific training. In some subjects, this has not had the necessary impact on their subject monitoring. As a result, curriculum leaders are unclear whether the curriculum is being delivered in the way they intended. Leaders should ensure that curriculum leaders have the training and expertise to lead and monitor so that they can make accurate judgements about the quality of the education they are providing.
• In some subjects, curriculum leaders have not yet identified the small steps in learning that they want the pupils to achieve. Teachers do not have the information they need to plan the next steps in learning. Pupils do not build their learning on knowledge which is secure. Leaders must ensure that every subject clearly sets out the precise detail of what pupils need to know and when. This will enable teachers to purposefully check pupils' prior knowledge and accurately plan learning to build on this.

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