St Martin's Church of England Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 April 2026

Pupils at St Martin's Church of England Primary School feel safe, valued and included. From the moment they arrive, staff provide a warm welcome and ensure that individual pupils' needs are met. Some pupils face barriers to learning. The school’s deep commitment to inclusion means that adaptations start right from pupils' arrival at the school. Pupils with additional needs benefit from tailored support, such as the opportunity to sit in a quiet space for a calm start. Pupils know that staff care about them and are willing to help if they have concerns. Pupils access a curriculum that is purposeful and engaging. Pupils enjoy lessons and speak positively about their teachers, describing them as kind and supportive. They enjoy their learning, understand the importance of hard work and aspire to succeed. High-quality teaching ensures that they achieve well. Pupils, particularly those who are disadvantaged, make notable progress from their starting points. Pupils are proud of their school. They attend regularly and behave impeccably. From the Reception Year onwards, pupils learn to follow the expectations to be ready, safe and respectful. Older pupils model this consistently for younger pupils. They conduct themselves with self-discipline and consideration for others throughout the day. Playtimes are a joyous experience. Pupils relish the wide variety of outdoor activities on offer. They play sensibly together, taking turns, sharing equipment and helping each other to be creative, solve problems or negotiate physical challenges. Pupils do not bully one another. They are skilled at resolving conflicts for themselves, knowing that help is on hand. The school's personal development offer is expertly coordinated, enabling pupils to benefit personally, socially and emotionally. Pupils value the opportunities to participate in enrichment activities, such as outdoor learning, trips and clubs. Leadership roles, such as looking after the school's library, help pupils develop responsibility and confidence.

What the school should improve

• Leaders and those responsible for governance should continue to improve curriculum implementation to achieve and sustain exceptional standards of teaching which have a consistently strong impact on the achievement of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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