Here you will find the reports from our last OFSTED inspections.
To see our current Key Stage Results, please visit the Key Stage Results page.
OFSTED
‘The sense of community at Cliffe Woods Primary School is striking. Pupils thrive. They are kind and welcoming to visitors, as well as to one another. Provision to promote pupils’ personal development is exceptional.’ OFSTED 2025
Cliffe Woods Primary School is delighted to have received an ‘Outstanding’ rating in Personal Development and Behaviour and Attitudes, and ‘Good’ in all other areas, following an inspection that took place in April 2025.
The outcome highlights the quality of Cliffe Woods Primary School’s offering:
- Pupils are keen to talk about what makes their school special.
- Pupils are curious and positive. They notice if someone needs help and are confident to step in. Pupils learn about an appropriate range of risks. They report feeling safe in school and trust staff to support them.
- Expectations of behaviour are high right from the time children start in Reception.
- The school environment is eminently happy, and adults and pupils interact positively. The school’s values, including compassion and respect, are actively demonstrated in the day-to-day life of the school.
- High expectations for learning and attitudes permeate the school. Pupils work hard and learn well. They are proud of their workbooks.
- Pupils learn to read with success and enjoyment.
- Staff are trained well. They possess expertise and enthusiasm in teaching phonics and early reading. Pupils, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, access effective support to help them catch up and keep up.
- A love of reading is developed thoughtfully. Pupils hear and read a wide range of texts including poetry, fiction and non-fiction.
- From the early years onwards, the school’s broad curriculum is designed to engage and motivate pupils.
- Staff feel valued and know that leaders consider their well-being and workload. Leaders convey unwavering ethical principles. Pupils, parents and carers and local communities remain at the heart of their thinking.