Woodseats Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 March 2024

Pupils and adults value being part of this happy and kind community. Warm relationships between staff and pupils reflect the school's 'golden threads', which include equality and respect. Pupils are courteous to each other and to those visiting their school. They have a strong sense of acceptance of others. Parents and carers value the school. One parent stated, 'Woodseats Primary is an inclusive school that puts the well-being of its children first.' There is a shared aim, between school leaders and the trust, that pupils at Woodseats will be well prepared for their next steps in education. High expectations are in place for all pupils. The school has made significant adaptations to the teaching of English and mathematics. These have been effective in securing pupils' knowledge. Pupils receive ample opportunities to practise and revisit key learning. As a result, pupils currently in school are achieving well. However, these changes did not have sufficient time to impact the outcomes of the previous cohort. Pupils are given the opportunity to take part in a wide range of sports. Every child has the chance to represent their school. After-school and lunchtime clubs, including opportunities for music and art, are well attended. Older pupils are eager to take on positions of responsibility. They effectively and sensitively support younger pupils in their role as play leaders and lunch hall monitors. They model the school's expectations well.

What the school should improve

• Pupils who receive additional adult intervention for reading are not consistently supported to build up their fluency skills. Pupils decode words but quickly lose the meaning of what they have read. The school should ensure that all pupils are given sufficient opportunities to practise reading for fluency so that they quickly become confident readers.

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