Phoenix Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 20 June 2023

Pupils at the school are safe, happy and an active part of their community. The pupils at the school embody the school's philosophy of 'valuing self, others and the environment'. Parents support the school's effective work in securing pupils' mental and physical well-being. There are high expectations for pupils' learning and behaviour. Pupils have warm and nurturing relationships with staff. They show good manners and consideration to adults and peers alike. When pupils become upset or do not behave as they should, they know there is support available. They are also aware of the consequences of any poor behaviour. They are also aware that they get the chance to repair relationships and that everyone is treated fairly. Pupils are enthusiastic about learning, and interactions in class and around the school are positive and caring. They value their learning and the opportunities the school provides. Pupils are proud of their school and what they are achieving. Phoenix Primary is a school where pupils see themselves as active improvers of their community. At the 'homeless sleepover', pupils slept on cardboard to raise money for facilities at a local homeless shelter. The school provides kayaking, forest school and a chance to grow vegetables as ways for the pupils to gain valuable life experience.

What the school should improve

• Outcomes at the end of Year 6 have not reflected the quality of the curriculum. Pupils have not met the standards required to be ready for the next stages of education. Leaders must ensure that outcomes in reading, writing and mathematics at the end of key stage 2 sustainably improve.
• Persistent absence for some groups is too high. Leaders must refine and focus their approaches to continue to rapidly reduce persistent absence for pupils with SEND and pupils entitled to the pupil premium.

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