Ofsted Report

Ofsted Report at a Glance

Barnston Primary School is a happy place where all pupils feel valued. Each morning pupils skip onto the playground as soon as the gates open, excited to see their friends and the staff of the school. Staff greet all pupils warmly and show great care towards them. Pupils thrive on the positive relationships that leaders foster throughout the school. Parents and carers are appreciative of the many clubs and sporting activities available to their children.

Pupils, regardless of their age, are unfailingly polite and courteous, showing respect for all those around them. They behave well and learning is rarely disrupted. Pupils told inspectors that bullying is rare and that teachers always deal with any incidents swiftly. Staff and leaders have high expectations of pupils. They help pupils to understand that hard work is the key to success. Pupils respond to this with a positive attitude to all aspects of school life.

Leaders, staff and governors are ambitious for all pupils to succeed. They have carefully considered the structure of the curriculum so that pupils can achieve well and develop as valued and caring members of the community.

Leaders do not place any ceilings on pupils’ ambitions.

Governors place the safety, education and enjoyment of pupils at the heart of all they do. They recognise and share the headteacher’s commitment to the pupils of the school.”

- 1st July 2021