St White's Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 5 November 2024

Pupils have plentiful opportunities to thrive at this ambitious school. Pupils fully embrace the values of 'challenge, commit, conquer and celebrate'. Parents cite the school as having 'kindness in abundance'. This is demonstrated by its strong pastoral offer. Pupils feel very well cared for and they are confident to share any worries. This begins in early years where children maturely express their feelings. Pupils know their feelings matter and they are empowered to take responsibility to manage their emotions. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. They are very well mannered and equally attentive both in lessons and at social times. Meaningful pupil leadership roles such as peer mediators support pupils with their well-being. Play ambassadors help younger pupils play creatively. Pupils take great pride in their learning. This is reflected in the work they produce. Pupils live up to the high expectations the school has of them. The school holds charity work in high regard. Pupils have a strong sense of social and moral purpose. Pupils can explain how they support the local community. For example, they led a purposeful writing project and sponsored walk to raise money for local hospitals and cancer patients.

What the school should improve

• The school's assessment strategies beyond early years do not always check that all pupils have learned important concepts. This means some pupils develop gaps in their learning or misconceptions without teachers knowing. The school should ensure that teachers build their expertise further to check that pupils are securing knowledge before moving on, helping them to remember their learning long term.

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