Holy Trinity Primary School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Key findings

Holy Trinity Primary a good school because the staff team know each pupil well and consequently youngsters enjoy their education. As one parent put it, 'The children are always happy to come to school and still happy at the end of the day.' The school's values, such as patience and gentleness, underpin all aspects of school life.

Consequently, pupils are, and feel, safe, and work and play well together. Behaviour is good. Pupils are encouraged to take on a range of responsibilities which support positive relationships, for example older pupils helping younger ones at playtimes.

Parents and carers say that any minor issues that may occur are dealt with quickly and fairly. Good teaching ensures ...that pupils contribute purposefully in lessons and most progress well. Learning tasks are mostly matched to pupils' abilities with opportunities to apply skills in literacy, mathematics, and information and communication technology across the curriculum.

For example, older pupils confidently create film introductions using advanced computer skills. However, teaching occasionally lacks sufficient challenge, resulting in a few youngsters making slower progress in mathematics. The curriculum covers interesting themes across a range of areas such as the arts and sport.

The focus on moral and spiritual issues is a strength. Each class has an area for quiet reflection and children in the Early Years Foundation Stage may offer suggestions such as 'Who do we pray for today?' The inclusive nature of the school community means that pupils learn about different religions and cultures, and consequently develop a clear understanding of today's world. The headteacher, senior leaders and governors provide purposeful leadership, and are developing further existing strengths in teaching through professional development, such as for writing, phonics (the sounds that letters make) and assessing pupils' progress.

Information about the school

Holy Trinity is smaller than the average-sized primary school and serves an area north of Bristol. The number of pupils from minority ethnic groups is below average compared to that found nationally, as is the number of pupils who speak English as an additional language. The proportion of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, including those with a statement, is below the national average.

The proportion of pupils known to be eligible for free school meals is below the national average. The school has met the government's floor targets for academic performance in the last year. The school has the Healthy Schools, Artsmark and FA Charter awards.

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