Stone St Mary's CofE Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 May 2025

Staff and pupils are proud to be a part of this school. They understand and reflect the school's vision of 'caring, growing and shining together'. Children in the early years share and take turns. Pupils celebrate each other's successes, whether that be their achievements in school or beyond. They encourage one another when their classmates demonstrate understanding or have challenged themselves. Pupils' behaviour is calm in the classroom and around the school building. This contributes to pupils feeling safe. The school has high aspirations for pupils' academic and personal achievements. As a result, many pupils achieve well. Staff encourage pupils to be responsible, to value their own uniqueness and the differences in others. For example, pupils who have school wide responsibilities, such as 'Agents for Change' advocate what it means to be tolerant and respectful of others. Well-being Champions ensure that pupils are happy and can talk about their emotions. This helps pupils to develop their character and show mutual respect to others. Pupils make positive contributions to their community. Each class learn about, and chooses a charity to fundraise for. They get to understand who they are helping and the impact of their actions. Pupils sing at local churches. They visit residential care homes to knit and crotchet with residents. Pupils are respectful, kind and highly inclusive.

What the school should improve

• In a few subjects, the checks on what pupils know and can do are not as robust. As a result, some pupils have gaps in their knowledge and skills in these areas. Leaders should ensure all staff have the knowledge and expertise needed to identify and address gaps in those subjects.

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