St Botolph's Church of England Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 March 2023

St Botolph's has a strong community ethos. Leaders have high expectations and want pupils to excel. In class, pupils are keen to contribute and work hard. This begins in the early years. It is here that children learn shared routines and develop an early love of learning. As a result, pupils achieve well across most of the curriculum. Pupils know the 'Three Rs' of respect, responsibility and resilience well. They demonstrate these values in their conduct and interactions. They take great pride in being praised and all aspire to achieve the 'star level'. Pupils treat adults and each other with courtesy and demonstrate high levels of respect. Bullying is rare. Leaders are quick to act to ensure any incidents of unkindness are dealt with swiftly. Pupils relish all the opportunities the school has to offer. Many participate in the range of clubs on offer such as 'busy fingers', musical theatre and dance. Pupils love attending forest school where they learn resilience as well as important safety skills. Parents are fulsome in their praise for the school. One parent, summing up the views of many, described St Botolph's as a 'dedicated, inclusive school where my children are flourishing'.

What the school should improve

• In a small number of curriculum subjects, teachers' subject knowledge is not secure. As a result, they do not always plan activities that help pupils build on their prior learning. Leaders need to ensure that all subjects are taught well, so that pupils learn effectively.

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