Winkfield St Mary's CofE Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 14 January 2025

Pupils love being part of this vibrant and caring school. Its nurturing ethos permeates throughout, enabling collaboration, kindness and respect among pupils. The school is a happy place where pupils feel safe and secure. Pupils know there is always someone to talk to if they have any worries. Staff have high expectations for pupils' behaviour and attitudes towards learning. Pupils meet these expectations with enthusiasm, work hard and achieve well. Teachers present learning in stimulating ways, which motivates and develops pupils' confidence. Beginning in the early years, children develop positive and inquisitive attitudes towards learning, which continue to grow throughout the school. Older pupils are 'buddies' to younger ones to guide them and act as good role models. Pupils appreciate the broad range of wider activities, including trips and visits. They hold positions of responsibility, such as school councillors and lunchtime prefects. This helps pupils develop their leadership skills. Playtimes for pupils are exciting because of the impressive range of physical and creative activities available. Parents are overwhelmingly supportive of the school. One parent's comment reflects the sentiments of many, stating, 'Winkfield St Mary's is a lovely close-knit community school that really does give every child an opportunity to thrive.'

What the school should improve

• Occasionally, learning activities are not sufficiently adapted for some pupils to learn the ambitious curriculum effectively. When this happens, it means that pupils do not develop the depth of knowledge that they should. The school should ensure staff have the support needed to amend tasks for pupils appropriately so all pupils learn the intended curriculum.

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