Woodston Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 3 July 2023

Pupils at Woodston Primary come from diverse backgrounds and faiths but see themselves as one big family. They value difference and treat each other as they would want to be treated. Pupils enjoy learning and like the wide range of subjects they study. They are eager to work hard and participate enthusiastically in lessons. Pupils achieve well in a wide range of subjects by the end of Year 6. Pupils have opportunities to share ideas with each other, for example during 'Language Ambassador' assemblies, where pupils share information about their languages and cultures. Pupils are respectful. They want to listen to what others are saying. They are happy that their beliefs and opinions are valued. However, they would like more clubs to be available to pursue their interests and develop their talents. Pupils feel safe in school. They know that learning mentors will support them if they are struggling with home or school life. Pupils do not tolerate bullying or unkind behaviour. If it happens, pupils know that leaders will resolve it quickly. Pupils develop positive relationships with each other and with staff. Pupils respond positively to leaders' high expectations of behaviour and the clear routines that are in place.

What the school should improve

• Leaders provide a range of trips and visits, but some parents do not know about these and how they contribute to pupils' wider personal development. Pupils do not have access to a range of extra-curricular clubs and activities that reflect their interests. This means pupils are less able to pursue or develop new interests. Leaders should ensure that they communicate effectively to parents so that they understand how trips provided contribute to pupils' wider development. Leaders should ensure that the range of extra-curricular clubs and activities offered reflect pupils' interests.
• In a small number of subjects, for example languages, leaders have introduced improved curriculum plans. Teachers lack subject knowledge and are not as confident or effective in delivering lessons and supporting pupils' learning in these subjects as they are in other subjects. Leaders must ensure that staff have the subject knowledge and expertise needed to deliver the curriculum effectively and consistently in all of the subjects they teach.

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