South Hiendley Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 6 October 2022

Pupils are safe and happy at South Hiendley Primary School. There is a strong sense of community. Staff have high expectations of pupils' attitudes. The ethos is underpinned by the school motto, 'dream, believe, achieve.' Behaviour in lessons is calm and positive because pupils want to achieve. Pupils know they need to follow 'ready, respect, safe' in every lesson. Many pupils are developing high levels of focus and self-control. During social times, pupils play well together. Bullying almost never happens. Staff manage behaviour incidents effectively. Leaders and staff have created a positive environment where everyone is valued. Staff know pupils well. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) thrive. Children in the early years are nurtured. They play confidently together. Pupils make a positive contribution to the school. Year 6 pupils enjoy leading praise assemblies in which they reward pupils' achievements and behaviour. Leaders have ensured that the values of kindness and fairness are embedded. Pupils appreciate learning about other cultures and faiths. They show a genuine interest and a thirst for knowledge about the wider world.

What the school should improve

• In the early years, some activities are not matched precisely enough to children's learning needs. Sometimes, staff miss opportunities to develop children's knowledge and skills. Leaders should ensure that activities in the early years are more deliberately planned to meet children's needs.
• In some subjects, staff have not had sufficient time to deepen their subject knowledge and master the new curriculum. Sometimes, staff miss opportunities to deepen pupils' understanding by making connections across topics. Leaders should continue to develop the curricular and subject knowledge of staff in those subjects where they are less confident.

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