Westfield Nursery and Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 January 2023

Pupils are happy at Westfield Nursery and Primary School. They are friendly, welcoming and make sure that all pupils feel included. They appreciate the friendships that they have with each other across the school and the strong relationships that they have with adults. Pupils know that if they have any worries, that adults would help them and deal with their concerns quickly. Leaders address any incidents of bullying effectively. This helps pupils to feel safe. Leaders have high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Governors and leaders are passionate in their belief that all pupils should have the same experiences in school so that learning is meaningful, enthuses pupils and gives them prior knowledge to build on. To achieve this aim, pupils across the school enjoy 'wow' days which teachers provide at the beginning of new learning. Leaders also have high expectations of pupils' behaviour. Most pupils rise to these very well. Pupils are prepared well to be citizens in modern Britain. They have a mature understanding of different faiths and cultures. Pupils understand the importance of treating everyone with respect. They are considerate and tolerant. Pupils help their community. For example, they work with volunteers from a local food bank, sing in a residential care home and donate money to help the residents.

What the school should improve

• In a small number of subjects, leaders have not ensured that the work given to pupils enables them to deepen their knowledge. As a result, some pupils do not achieve as strongly as they should in these subjects. Leaders should ensure that teachers give pupils work that strengthens their understanding of the curriculum.
• Leaders have not ensured that there are a wide range of opportunities outside the academic curriculum for pupils, including those who are disadvantaged and those with SEND, to develop and nurture their talents and interests. This means that some pupils do not have the chance to build confidence and resilience outside the academic curriculum. Leaders should ensure that they put in place more opportunities for pupils to develop personally.

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