Whytemead Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 June 2024

This is a very happy school. Pupils enjoy their time here and are keen to talk to visitors about their many experiences, both inside and outside of the classroom. The warm and respectful relationships between pupils and staff are very clear to see. Pupils also treat each other with kindness and consideration. They understand why this is important and the role they play in making the school a welcoming place for everyone. Pupils have many opportunities to take on leadership roles in the school. This includes selecting books for the school library and acting as peer mediators. Pupils, and the wider community, have also been very active in helping prepare for the arrival of the school's goats. These responsibilities form part of the way that pupils are taught to demonstrate the school's values of determination, curiosity and collaboration. There are high aspirations for what pupils should be able to achieve. Pupils are reaching these high expectations, particularly in writing and mathematics. Pupils who are disadvantaged often achieve even more highly than their peers. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are very well supported. The school makes sure that all pupils are fully included in everything that the school offers.

What the school should improve

• Some pupils, when studying some subjects, do not have the prior knowledge they need to do what has been asked of them. As a result, they are not always able to complete work to a high standard. The school should ensure that teachers are clear about what pupils need to know in each lesson and how to check pupils' knowledge before pupils start independent work.

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