Stepney Park Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 16 May 2023

This is a caring school where everyone is made to feel welcome. Pupils are welcoming, courteous and accepting of others, too. Pupils work and play alongside one another, regardless of differences or needs. Leaders encourage respect for ambition, and pupils' enthusiasm to learn. Leaders have high expectations for what pupils can achieve. Pupils are excited to discover more. Leaders make their expectations for pupils' behaviour and attitudes clear. Throughout the school, pupils behave well and classrooms are calm, including in early years. Pupils know what is expected of them in terms of conduct and are proud when they are rewarded for their behaviour. Pupils are encouraged to build confidence and resilience through residential trips, including camping overnight, talent shows and competitions, performing to audiences and presenting their work. They gain new experiences through visits linked to their learning. Pupils take on leadership roles in the school council or as eco-champions. They raise money, and make decisions about the charities that should receive funding. Leaders organise opportunities to develop pupils' talents and interests through music, art and chess clubs.

What the school should improve

• For some pupils with SEND who have complex needs, the essential knowledge that leaders want pupils to know and remember is not clearly defined or made explicit. This results in some pupils with SEND missing key components of knowledge or skills. Leaders should ensure that the breadth of curriculum thinking specifically sets out what they want all pupils to know and be able to do.
• Occasionally, in phonics, adults do not check accuracy or correct pupils' errors quickly. Leaders should make sure that all adults check routinely and systematically phonics reading accuracy and address any mistakes.

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