Tennyson Road Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 4 June 2024

Pupils thrive at this inspirational school. They progress exceptionally well from their starting points. This includes pupils who arrive at different points in the school year or pupils who speak English as an additional language. By Year 6, most pupils perform strongly in national assessments and in other subjects. Many achieve at the highest standard. This is due to staff's unwavering determination that every pupil will succeed no matter what. From the outset, pupils are taught how to be ready to learn. Staff use creative ways to help them settle. Older pupils act as 'monitors' to ensure their peers conform to high behaviour expectations. Pupils develop a strong sense of community through 'family dining' at lunchtimes. Relationships are deeply respectful. Pupils listen well in lessons. School is calm and orderly while still allowing pupils' personalities to shine through. There are many wider opportunities for pupils to gain experiences that they may not otherwise get. This includes additional swimming lessons, learning to ride a bike, horse riding and boxing lessons. Pupils enjoy being part of a diverse school. Older pupils act as 'agents for change' and stand up to discrimination. Their voice is heard in the school council, in assemblies, as 'rights respecting' ambassadors and as 'active champions'.

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