Trewirgie Junior School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 27 June 2023

Trewirgie Junior School is a school where leaders have high expectations of pupils, both academically and beyond the classroom. The 'well-being team' help pupils with their worries. They work with families to support them in any difficulties they have. Parents recognise and appreciate this support. Staff manage transition into Year 3 well. Pupils feel safe, secure and happy in school. Pupils have outstanding attitudes to learning. They engage in their lessons enthusiastically. Pupils listen to one another's views respectfully during discussions. Around the school, they hold doors open for one another. They speak confidently, passionately and articulately to visitors. The school's personal development curriculum is exceptional. Leaders' vision of 'make a difference, have an impact, leave a legacy' permeates through every aspect of school life. Pupils make a tangible difference to the local community. For example, they designed and sold a calendar to raise money for a local foodbank. Pupils published a book about refugees, containing their high-quality artwork and poetry. This helps them to become knowledgeable, compassionate and global citizens. Pupils develop their talents and interests through a wide range of clubs, such as archery, choir and gardening. They develop their independence through several residentials as they move up the school.

What the school should improve

• Occasionally, teachers do not implement the curriculum as well as leaders expect. As a result, pupils do not learn as much as they could. Leaders need to ensure that teachers teach the curriculum consistently well and in line with the high ambition of the curriculum.

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