July 2026 Ofsted Inspection Summary

A thriving school where pupils feel safe, valued and achieve well

Inspectors found that safeguarding standards are fully met, with Leaders creating an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. Pupils are made safer, feel safe and know that adults will support them if they have any concerns.

The school is a welcoming, inclusive and caring community where pupils are proud to belong. Strong relationships between staff and pupils, high expectations and a broad range of opportunities help children to flourish both academically and personally. 

Worth Primary School is a caring, inclusive and ambitious school where pupils are safe, happy and motivated to learn. Strong leadership, effective teaching, excellent pastoral care and a rich range of opportunities ensure that pupils achieve well, develop confidence and leave the school well prepare for the next stage of their education.   

What Inspectors said about Worth Primary School

"Pupils are proud to belong to Worth Primary School."

"They enjoy being part of a welcoming and inclusive school community where they feel safe, valued and cared for."

"Kindness and care shape daily life in school."

Relationships between pupils and staff are warm and respectful."

"Children are happy, settled and eager to learn."

"Staff know pupils well and understand their individual needs."

"Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school. They are polite, respectful and considerate of others."

"The school's focus on the whole child helps pupils achieve well, develop confidence and thrive.."

What it's like to be a pupil at this school

Pupils are proud to belong to Worth Primary School. They enjoy being part of a welcoming and inclusive school community where they feel safe, valued and cared for. Kindness and care shape daily life in school. Staff know pupils well and understand their individual needs. Pupils speak warmly about the support they receive from staff and the respect shown by their peers. They know that adults in school will listen to them and help if they have any worries. As a result, pupils feel secure and confident.

Pupils enjoy learning and take part enthusiastically in lessons. They work hard and want to do well. Children get off to a secure start in the early years. They quickly learn the skills they need in reading, writing and mathematics. As they move through the school, pupils build successfully on previous learning. Leaders quickly identify pupils who need additional help. Staff work closely with families and other professionals to provide support. This helps pupils overcome barriers and make progress from their starting points. Pupils leave well prepared for secondary school.

School life offers much more than lessons alone. Pupils benefit from a wide range of opportunities beyond the classroom. The school's extensive grounds provide space for learning, play and exploration. Pupils enjoy clubs, sports, music, visits and special events. These experiences help pupils discover new interests and develop their talents.

Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school. They are polite, respectful and considerate of others. They understand the importance of treating people fairly and helping everyone feel included. Bullying and unkind behaviour are not tolerated. Staff deal with any concerns quickly and fairly. Pupils attend regularly and enjoy coming to school. The school's focus on the whole child helps pupils achieve well, develop confidence and thrive

Key strengths of the school

Achievement

• Pupils consistently achieve outcomes that are in line with, or above, national averages, with particular strengths in phonics, writing and the multiplications check
• Across the school, pupils achieve well in reading, writing and mathematics, building successfully on prior learning and applying their knowledge effectively
• Effective support enables most pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, to make progress from their starting points and achieve well alongside their peers

Attendance and Behaviour

Attendance

• Attendance is consistently above national figures for all groups of pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and pupils with SEND
• Persistence absence remains below national averages, reflecting leaders' effective attendance strategies
• Leaders work closely with families to identify and address barriers to attendance

Behaviour

• Pupils are happy, feel safe and enjoy being part of a positive and welcoming community
• Behaviour is calm and respectful, with pupils following routines well and demonstrating positive attitudes to learning
• Strong relationships between staff and pupils, alongside effective support and clear expectations, help maintain high standards of behaviour

Curriculum and Teaching

• Leaders have established a well-sequenced and ambitious curriculum that clearly identifies what pupils learn and when, while inspiring curiosity and a broader understanding of the world
• Reading is a clear strength, with consistent phonics teaching and timely interventions helping pupils develop secure early reading and writing skills
• Teachers regularly assess learning, address misconceptions and adapt provision effectively to support all learners, including pupils with SEND

Early Years Provision

• Children benefit from a strong start to their education in a nurturing environment that promotes confidence, independence and enthusiasm for learning
• Staff provide high-quality support through well-planned experiences that successfully develop communication, language, literacy and wider learning
• Children are happy, engaged and well-prepared for Year 1, with secure knowledge and skills across all areas of learning

Inclusion

• Leaders respond quickly and effectively when uupils need additional support, using assessment information well, particularly in English and mathematics
• Pupils with SEND are fully included in school life and learn successfully alongside their peers, supported by strong relationships with professionals
• Disadvantaged pupils receive carefully targeted academic and pastoral support, enabling them to access a wide range of opportunities and make secure progress

Leadership and Governance

• Leaders have successfully guided the school through a period of change while maintaining a strong focus on improving outcomes and experiences for pupils
• Trustees bring valuable expertise, provide effective challenge and support, and maintain a strong understanding of the school's day-to-day work
• A culture of collaboration, professional development and staff well-being has been established, resulting in a motivated workforce and positive relationships with families

Personal Development and Well-Being

• Leaders have created a caring and inclusive environment where pupils feel safe, value and well supported in their personal development
• A rich range of clubs, trips, sporting activities, musical opportunities and enterprise projects broadens pupils' experiences and helps them develop confidence and new talents
• Pupils develop a strong understanding of well=being, safety, diversity, respect and citizenship, preparing them well for life beyond school

Please find below links to our most recent Ofsted reports and relevant information from the Department for Education Performance Tables. 

Provisional KS2 Results 25/26

Department for Education Performance Tables