Pyrcroft Grange Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 July 2026

Pupils belong to a warm and welcoming school where inclusion sits at its heart. Many have additional needs or circumstances, including those who are disadvantaged or with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Pupils thrive in this school because of the expert care and high-quality education they receive. They attend well and come to school with smiles on their faces. Pupils are proud to be part of the Pyrcroft Grange family. They describe their school as their ‘special place where everyone feels wanted’. Staff know the pupils and their families so well and address any barriers pupils may face. Pupils flourish in an environment that is conducive to learning the ambitious curriculum. As a result, they make positive progress from their starting points. Classrooms are calm and purposeful. Pupils are well prepared for secondary school. Pupils show respect and kindness to each other and to adults. Behaviour in school is highly positive, driven by warm and respectful relationships. There are consistently high expectations and clear rules and routines to follow. Bullying and harassment is rare, but when it does occur, pupils trust that staff will help them to sort it out. Support is on hand for any pupils who need extra help to manage their feelings. Pupils learn about equality, diversity and fundamental British values. This helps them to understand the world around them. They know the school's eleven values well. Pupils show these in their daily interactions and they feel safe. Disadvantage is not viewed as a barrier to success. Wider opportunities and the curriculum raise pupils' aspirations. All pupils experience opportunities that broaden their experience and talents. Leaders provide opportunities for pupils to make a difference to their school through leadership roles, especially around sustainability. The pupil eco heroes develop a deep understanding of the importance of looking after the planet. This is displayed through elements such as the living wall they create.

What the school should improve

• Leaders need to further develop staff expertise in checking and identifying pupils' knowledge gaps so they can be addressed as quickly and effectively as possible in order to deepen pupils' understanding.
• Leaders should continue to develop pupils' writing by embedding their approach to accurate and well-sequenced letter formation and spelling.

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