St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Havant

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 February 2023

Pupils are proud of their welcoming community. Staff are united in their determination for all pupils to succeed. In class, pupils work together well. They are keen to contribute and share their ideas. Pupils enjoy their trips, such as a visit to Longdown Dairy Farm, which brings their curriculum to life. As a result, they learn well in most areas of the curriculum. The school's values of 'dedication, empathy, forgiveness and generosity' give pupils a strong basis on which to understand the world. Pupils behave well. They are kind and courteous to all. Pupils enjoy playing with their friends at breaktimes, especially on the pirate ship. Incidents of bullying are rare. Any instances of unkindness are dealt with swiftly by adults. Pupils engage well with community projects and charity fundraising. For example, they support local homeless charities and collect for the local food bank. Leaders encourage pupils to develop their own talents and interests. Pupils look forward to after-school clubs. They enjoy learning new skills, such as playing an instrument, creative writing and karate. This wider provision is valued by parents, with one stating, 'every child is encouraged to be something more and to be the best version of themselves.'

What the school should improve

• In a minority of subjects, leaders have not identified precisely what pupils need to learn. This can lead to teachers planning activities that do not build pupils' understanding. Leaders should continue to develop the curriculum, identifying and ordering the essential knowledge pupils are to learn from Nursery to Year 6.

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