Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 26 March 2024

Pupils proudly and happily attend this school. They know and live up to the school rules of, 'be kind, stay safe and work hard.' Pupils understand that following the school's values helps create a positive environment, where all can thrive. This is evi- dent in the caring attitudes and good manners that pupils display. All staff have high expectations for pupils. Pupils behave exceptionally well. They display a highly positive attitude towards their learning. They produce high-quality work. Pupils learn that education is important and that regular school attendance has many benefits, such as getting a good job and supporting their overall well-being. The school promotes diversity and encourages pupils to show compassion and kindness to others. Pupils understand that everyone is unique and that this should be celebrated. Additionally, pupils learn about disabilities and how to support others. This knowledge helps to create a happy and inclusive environment for everyone in the school. Pupils learn about safety. They are clear about the dangers of being online and how to protect themselves. They also learn about other ways to keep safe, such as when crossing the road and fire safety.

What the school should improve

• After a period of change, the school curriculum is now well planned and delivered effectively. However, this was not always the case. Pupils have gaps in their knowledge in a few subjects as a result. The school needs to continue its work in addressing gaps in pupils' knowledge by adapting further the curriculum to ensure that pupils achieve well in all subjects.

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