Tatsfield Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 14 April 2026

There is a clear sense of belonging at Tatsfield Primary School. Pupils describe the school as kind and welcoming. They say that everyone has a place in their school community. Pupils behave sensibly around the school, showing respect for others. Many pupils say they cannot imagine behaviour ever being unkind or unsafe in their school. Assemblies play an important role in school life. Pupils of all ages enjoy coming together to celebrate achievements, share birthdays and revisit school values such as kindness, resilience and respect, which they understand well. Pupils are enthusiastic about the wide range of clubs, leadership opportunities and competitive sports available to them. Older pupils act as positive role models, for example by running clubs that younger pupils are keen to join. Pupils feel included in all aspects of school life and contribute thoughtfully to decision making through their involvement in leadership groups. Pupils attend very regularly and speak very positively about their learning and everyday experiences. They explain that teachers use different approaches to make learning enjoyable and accessible. Pupils are confident to ask for help from adults or friends and say they receive the support they need to succeed. Older pupils feel well prepared for the move to secondary school and value the opportunities they have had to develop independence and responsibility over their time at the school. Pupils benefit from rich experiences beyond the classroom, which helps them to apply their learning in practical and memorable ways. For example, during outdoor learning in the school's mini forest, Year 5 pupils apply their science learning about reversible changes as they melt wax over a fire. Pupils are proud to be involved in the local community. This includes children in the early years, who contribute alongside older pupils to whole-school projects such as the upcoming Tatsfield art exhibition.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should continue to embed and strengthen the school's agreed principles for teaching so that staff explain new learning precisely.
• Leaders should further strengthen pupils' achievement by ensuring that staff consistently provide an appropriate level of challenge, including for the most able pupils.

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