Belvoirdale Community Primary School continues to be rated as a 'Good' school in its latest Ofsted report.

Inspectors visited the Coalville school last month for the first time since 2018.

The resulting report has described Belvoirdale as an 'inclusive, vibrant and happy school where pupils thrive'.

It added: "Leaders have created an ethos that nurtures and supports pupils.

"Most pupils who shared their views said that they are happy to come to school.

"They feel safe and know that adults care about them. They know who to talk to if they have any worries.

"However, some pupils do not attend well. Staff have high expectations of behaviour. Pupils rise to the challenge and behave very well.

"Pupils of all ages play well together during social times. Incidents of bullying are rare. Staff deal with concerns quickly.

"The school has ensured that pupils' wider development is at the heart of school activities. Pupils talk confidently about their roles of responsibility, including decisions made on the school council.

"Staff have high expectations of what pupils can achieve. However, some pupils do not gain the knowledge they should across the curriculum. This is because some subjects are not as well planned as others.

Belvoirdale Primary School in Scotlands Road, Coalville. Photo: Coalville Nub News

"Parents and carers are very positive about the school. One parent spoke for many when they described the school as 'an amazing community school'."

But the report has also highlighted areas where the Scotlands Road school can improve.

It says: "The school's curriculum matches the requirements of the national curriculum. In some subjects, the curriculum makes clear the important knowledge that pupils should learn and when.

"This is not yet the case in all subjects. Teachers plan lessons that build on what pupils have learned before. However, sometimes teachers choose activities that do not help pupils to learn the planned curriculum.

"Teachers frequently check what pupils have learned and remembered in some subjects. They identify and address misconceptions. However, checks on pupils' learning are not as well developed in other subjects.

"Reading is prioritised. Staff have received phonics training. They demonstrate high levels of expertise. Children begin to learn phonics as soon as they start in Reception.

"Teachers regularly check on pupils' progress. They quickly identify those who need extra help.

"The school ensures that pupils develop a love of reading. Staff encourage pupils to practise their reading at home. Teachers read to pupils regularly. Pupils gain the knowledge and skills they need to become confident, fluent readers.

"The mathematics curriculum builds pupils' learning over time effectively. Teachers have strong subject knowledge.

"The consistent approach to teaching mathematics begins in the early years.

"Teachers ensure that pupils talk about their learning. They carefully check what pupils have learned. They identify those pupils who need extra help and ensure they get it.

"Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported effectively to learn alongside their peers. Teachers adapt the curriculum well to meet these pupils' needs.

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"One parent spoke for many when they said: 'I feel the school has listened and gone above and beyond to help with my child's needs.'

The report also adds the benefits to children attending the school extend beyond the classroom.

It adds: "Pupils gain from a wide range of enrichment activities, including sports such as football and boxing.

"Pupils know and understand the school's values. They make connections between the school's values and fundamental British values.

"They understand the importance of respect.

"Attendance is a priority for the school. Leaders have identified that disadvantaged pupils arrive late and miss too many school days. They work effectively with external support.

"The school is securing improvements in pupils' attendance and reducing the number of pupils who are regularly absent from school. However, some pupils still miss too much of their education.

"Staff are positive about being part of a happy and supportive school.

"Most parents and carers said their children are happy and feel safe at school. Those responsible for governance are well informed and understand their role."