Whitehall Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 March 2024

Whitehall Primary School works tirelessly and sensitively to integrate pupils and families from different faiths, cultures and backgrounds into school life. This includes those who speak English as an additional language. Staff know pupils' individual needs well. As a result, pupils feel safe, secure and well cared for. The vast majority of pupils behave well. Staff support those who need help to manage their emotions. Pupils know the difference between bullying and when people fall out with one another. The school deals effectively with bullying on the rare occasions it occurs. Whitehall's high-quality offer beyond the academic underpins its inclusive ethos. It celebrates diversity throughout school life. For example, pupils visit different places of worship to help them understand a range of world religions. This helps them to become tolerant and well-rounded citizens who are well prepared for life in modern Britain. Pupils contribute to the running of the school through leadership roles. These include jobs such as school councillors, house captains and library monitors. Pupils learn to take risks and become more independent when they take part in residential visits and trips. They pursue their talents and interests through a wide range of clubs, including choir, athletics and art.

What the school should improve

• In some wider curriculum subjects, approaches to assessment are still being developed. In these subjects, the school does not have a clear oversight of how well pupils are learning the curriculum. The school should ensure that assessment is effective in identifying how well pupils are learning each subject so that it can address any gaps in knowledge.

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