Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 May 2024

The pupils and their families are at the heart of this highly inclusive, well-led school. The school embraces the diverse community and the array of languages that pupils speak. All pupils, regardless of their background, are included with warmth, sensitivity and kindness. Pupils are proud of their school. They love learning and, consequently, make exceptional progress. Positive relationships contribute towards the creation of a highly safe environment. A typical comment from a pupil was, 'Everyone thrives here with the support they need.' Pupils receive high-quality pastoral help for their welfare. All pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), flourish in this strong school community. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. Staff set high expectations right from the start. Pupils live up to these without exception. Consequently, learning proceeds without disruption. There is a wide range of coherently planned opportunities. Many of these are requested and led by pupils themselves. The school council has identified 'the 25 at Whitefriars'. These experiences are built seamlessly into the curriculum to ensure all pupils broaden their horizons. For instance, when they visit an art gallery, it richly extends the knowledge gained in the classroom.

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