OFSTED inspectors were left feeling impressed by the close-knit community at a Worcester primary school.

Children at Nunnery Wood Primary School, in Prestwich Avenue, are part of a safe and supportive environment where they are encouraged to explore and learn in the woodland area at the school, the report found. 

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Nunnery Wood Primary School was given a 'good' rating in their latest Ofsted report. 

During the inspection, it was noted that pupils not only enjoyed coming to school, but they were also proud of it. 

Headteacher Rachel Higgins said she was extremely proud of the staff and children after the school received a good rating from Ofsted inspectors.

She said: "The report clearly highlights how well staff know the children and how our ethos supports the children to feel safe.

"I am glad that the report acknowledges that we are a close-knit community focussing on meeting the needs of all our children as we pride ourselves on ensuring that we are a fully inclusive school, working in partnership with parents."

 

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The report said: "Pupils speak confidently about the school’s 12 values, including friendship and perseverance.

"They say the school values help them with their work and support them to get on with others."

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Inspectors found teachers also cater to children with educational needs or disabilities.

The report said: "Teachers consider the needs of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) when they plan lessons and activities.

"At times, some pupils with SEND may need to leave the lesson for a break from their learning or to take part in a group session.

"In these instances, there are systems in place to help pupils catch up with missed, essential learning."

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Ofsted inspectors also noted pupils mostly listen well during lessons and focus on their work. 

Students were also praised for playing cooperatively with their friends on their playground and said children were 'adamant' bullying is a rare occurrence at the school. 

The report said: "Staff know what to do if they have a concern about a pupils’ welfare because leaders organise regular training. Pupils say they feel safe because the staff and their friends look after them. Pupils have a growing knowledge of online safety."

Parents also gave positive reviews of the school and said they were happy the school values a range of subjects, clubs, and activities that their children experience. 

However, inspectors also outlined where the school required some improvement.

The report said: "Leaders have not ensured that all teaching assistants have the required subject knowledge to carry out their roles effectively.

"As a result, there is variability in how well teaching assistants support pupils with their learning.

"Leaders should provide support and training to develop teaching assistants’ subject knowledge so that they can deliver the curriculum more effectively."