Somerdale Educate Together Primary Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 July 2026

Pupils are happy and feel safe at this inclusive and welcoming school. They describe it as a place where everyone gets along with one another. Pupils understand how the school’s values help them to take responsibility for their actions, be kind and have courage to try new things. Pupils meet the high expectations that staff and leaders have for their behaviour. They understand and follow the school rules, both in and outside the classroom. Pupils are polite and behave well. This starts in the early years where children settle quickly to the clear routines that are in place. They show high levels of independence and sustain their attention well. Pupils know that bullying is not acceptable. Staff deal with any incidents swiftly on the rare occasion it does occur. Pupils display positive attitudes to learning and attend well. By the end of Year 6, pupils develop the knowledge and understanding they need to be well prepared for secondary school. Pupils who face barriers to their learning or wellbeing, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, receive the support they need to thrive and make progress from their starting points. Relationships between pupils and staff are warm and respectful. Staff know the pupils for the individuals they are. Pupils trust adults to listen and help them. They talk positively about ‘Wilbur the worry monster’ and how this helps them to share any worries or concerns that may arise. Pupils, particularly those who are disadvantaged, play a full and active role in the life of the school. They enjoy taking part in football and story club, trips to the Houses of Parliament and residential visits. Pupils are proud of their leadership responsibilities, which include the ‘listening’ and ‘rights respecting’ teams. They understand how these roles enable them to represent their classes when making decisions about the school.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should continue to ensure that staff consistently check pupils’ understanding and use this information to swiftly address misconceptions and inform future learning.
• Leaders should continue to ensure that pupils develop the depth of knowledge, understanding and skills they need across the curriculum.

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