Warden Hill Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 22 November 2022

Pupils are proud to belong to a school community that welcomes and accepts everyone. They know how to be respectful, safe and try their best. Pupils call this 'The Warden Hill Way'. It guides them successfully in all they do. Leaders and governors have high aspirations for all pupils. They have planned an ambitious curriculum. It encourages pupils to take responsibility and become lifelong learners. House captains, school councillors and eco warriors talk with passion and enthusiasm about the roles they have in school. Pupils say, 'we create a sense of teamwork and belonging', and they do. Pupils express positive views about behaviour. Typically, they behave well in class and strive to do their best. Bullying is rare. Pupils have complete confidence that staff will sort out any issues. They feel safe in school because adults care about them and build trusting relationships. The vast majority of parents hold the school in high regard. They say the staff 'go above and beyond', and they find it 'joyful' to watch their children flourish. Events such as class assemblies and sporting fixtures help include parents in the life of the school.

What the school should improve

• Not all teachers adapt the curriculum precisely enough to meet the needs of all pupils. This means some groups of pupils do not learn consistently well in all curriculum areas. Leaders need to ensure that all teachers have the expertise to adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of different groups of pupils.
• On occasions, not all staff insist on the same high standard of work pupils produce. As a result, some pupils' work varies in quality. Leaders should ensure that all staff expect the same high standards from pupils across all subjects.

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