Warnham CofE Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 26 November 2024

Warnham is a happy, friendly place. Pupils are polite and kind to one another and behave well. They are motivated to learn. The school's high expectations for what pupils can achieve are evident in the strong achievement of pupils in end of key stage assessments, and in their readiness and confidence to discuss their learning. The school's values of 'thankfulness', 'love' and 'courage' underpin this close-knit school community. Pupils live these out daily and celebrate when they demonstrate these traits. Pupils understand having the 'courage' to 'try new things and persevere when things are tough'. They explained how important it is to 'stand up for others'. Pupils here know they have a responsibility to one another. Older pupils act as role models for the youngest. Play leaders, house captains and 'buddies' lead the way, and younger pupils aspire to be like them when they grow into these roles themselves. Parents and carers are highly positive about the work of the school. They have 'nothing but praise' for the work of staff. They note how their children 'thrive' as a result of 'well trained, kind and caring staff' and 'would never consider any other school'.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, there is not a consistently sharp link between the activities planned in lessons and the intended learning. This means that, at times, pupils may not understand or recall their learning as effectively as they could. The school should ensure that staff have the knowledge and support they need to make more considered links between activities and intended learning to support pupils in achieving well.

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