Princess May Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 25 April 2023

Pupils at this school are happy, safe and feel valued. They are keen to learn and achieve well. Pupils described the school as being one where everyone cares for each other. Pupils behave well both in lessons and at breaktimes. They are respectful and kind. Bullying is rare and staff make sure it is dealt with quickly and effectively. Even the youngest pupils know what bullying is. Some pupils have additional responsibilities as anti-bullying ambassadors who support other pupils in the playground. Pupils like the way leaders and staff encourage them to work well together, collaborate and share ideas. Pupils valued how leaders have created ways to seek and act on pupils' views. For instance, as members of the school council and as curriculum ambassadors. Pupils are taught about being global citizens and affecting change in positive ways. For example, eco-warrior ambassadors have worked to make the school more sustainable. Pupils benefit from a range of clubs and extra-curricular activities including American football. Pupils enjoyed the work done during mental health week recently where they raised money for charity. Parents and carers are very positive about the school and felt that pupils are well cared for.

What the school should improve

• Sometimes, teaching does not ensure that they revisit key knowledge with pupils effectively. This means on these occasions pupils do not build on prior learning as well as they could. Leaders should ensure that pupils have regular opportunities to rehearse important content so that they can deepen their understanding consistently.

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