Stafford Leys Community Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 13 January 2026

Pupils at Stafford Leys experience a warm, vibrant and welcoming school where they are known well and treated with care and respect. They say that staff listen to them and take concerns seriously. This helps them feel safe and secure each day. Pupils trust staff because they respond quickly when help is needed and support pupils thoughtfully, including those who may face barriers to their learning or wellbeing. Pupils behave very well in lessons and around the school. They understand the routines and expectations and follow these calmly. Staff teach pupils how to manage their behaviour, resolve disagreements and consider the feelings of others. Pupils say that bullying is rare. They are confident that staff will deal with any unkind behaviour promptly and effectively. This contributes to a purposeful and respectful atmosphere in which pupils can learn successfully and feel that they belong. Pupils enjoy their learning and speak positively about their experiences in the classroom. They describe lessons as engaging and say that teachers help them build on what they already know. They are proud of their work and the progress they make. Pupils value opportunities to take part in enrichment activities that broaden their experiences beyond the academic curriculum. Older pupils take on leadership roles, such as reading ambassadors and sports leaders, supporting younger pupils and contributing to the wider life of the school. These opportunities help pupils develop confidence, responsibility and teamwork. Pupils attend well and understand the importance of being in school every day. They appreciate the inclusive culture, where all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities or those who are disadvantaged, are supported to participate fully in school life. They form positive relationships with staff and with each other and demonstrate kindness and respect throughout the school day. Pupils feel well prepared to take their next steps with confidence.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should continue to strengthen the interventions that disadvantaged pupils and pupils with low prior attainment receive, to ensure that these groups of pupils make consistently secure progress in all subjects, including reading.

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