Pupils are happy and proud to attend ‘vibrant’ Lawns Park Primary School in Farnley, an Ofsted inspector has found.
Pupils’ behaviour is praised, alongside the school’s commitment to reading and its high expectations for all its pupils.
The inspector praised the curriculum: “The school has identified the key knowledge for pupils to learn. This knowledge is thought through in a logical order. Mostly, teachers check pupils’ understanding effectively to address any gaps in their knowledge.”
The school provides well for pupils’ wider development. The report adds: “They learn about fundamental British values, understand their importance and connect them to daily life. Pupils learn about discrimination and the importance of respecting differences between people. This reinforces the school’s inclusive culture.”
The school’s early years set up is praised, with the inspector saying children are eager to learn: “A well-planned learning environment encourages children to develop their learning. Adults point out key vocabulary and connect activities to past lessons. This helps children build strong foundational knowledge in subjects such as art. Children interact positively with each other and the adults around them.”
The report also offers areas for improvement. While overall attendance has improved, disadvantaged pupils’ attendance is too low. As a result, these pupils miss important learning and the school needs to continue to develop its attendance processes.
And in a few foundation subjects, the school does not make sure that teachers assess pupils’ understanding effectively.
- The full Ofsted report can be read here.
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