Upton Meadows Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 September 2022

This school embraces the fact that it serves a diverse community. Pupils celebrate their differences, whether they be religious or cultural. Parents and carers of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) particularly value the support given to their children. Pupils, staff and parents alike value the inclusive ethos of the school. Pupils feel safe and happy as a result. Teachers are caring and know the pupils they teach very well. Teachers have high expectations of pupils. They support pupils to realise these expectations. Pupils say that teachers are kind. Pupils know that teachers will help them with their problems. They are confident that teachers at this school do not tolerate bullying. Leaders enrich the curriculum so that pupils have a chance to develop their cultural capital. This includes trips such as those to Wales and Norfolk. Every year, there is a whole-school focus on one of Shakespeare's plays. Pupils also benefit from taking part in the 'big Sing' and local Strictly Come Dancing competition. A common view of many parents is summed up by one parent: 'We couldn't wish for a better school for our children. The teachers always go above and beyond.'

What the school should improve

• In a small number of foundation subjects, some pupils do not develop the depth of knowledge that is set out in ambitious curriculum plans. Leaders must continue to refine the curriculum in these subjects so that all pupils develop the necessary depth of knowledge to meet leaders' expectations.

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