St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Devizes

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 13 December 2022

Pupils demonstrate the school's vision, 'shine', in all that they do. Pupils are polite, kind and friendly. They understand the importance of inclusion and make sure that pupils who join the school are warmly welcomed into the St Joseph's family. Adults are aspirational for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They know the pupils and families well. Relationships between adults and pupils are respectful and positive. Pupils know that adults will notice if they are not their usual selves. There is a calm and orderly atmosphere in lessons and around the school. This is because adults have high expectations of pupils' behaviour. Pupils are adamant that bullying does not happen. They are proud to be anti-bullying ambassadors. Pupils know that if they had a worry or concern, the adults in school will help them. Pupils are proud of the leadership roles they have, including chaplaincy team and house captains. They experience a wide range of extra activities. They raise funds for a range of charities and raise awareness of the importance of mental health by supporting events such as Odd Socks Day.

What the school should improve

• Leaders are bringing about positive changes to the curriculum. However, in some subjects in the wider curriculum leaders have not identified the important knowledge pupils need to learn. Pupils do not build their knowledge well enough and some develop gaps in their learning. Leaders need to identify the key knowledge they want pupils to know and remember and then assess to check understanding.

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