“Pupils feel that they belong, and they grow both socially and academically.”

— Ofsted, Leadership and governance · February 2026

“They move on as articulate, kind and culturally aware young people.”

— Ofsted, What it’s like to be a pupil at this school · February 2026

“Pupils are respectful, happy and hardworking.”

— Ofsted, Attendance and behaviour · February 2026

“Pupils are confident, resilient and empathetic.”

— Ofsted, Personal development and wellbeing · February 2026

“Interactions between staff and children are of a consistently high quality.”

— Ofsted, Early years · February 2026

“Pupils achieve very well.”

— Ofsted, Achievement · February 2026

“Pupil premium funding is used extremely effectively.”

— Ofsted, Inclusion · February 2026

“Pupils are proud of their school, and there is a strong sense of belonging.”

— Ofsted, What it’s like to be a pupil at this school · February 2026

“Inclusion underpins all of the practice at Clifton Primary School.”

— Ofsted, Inclusion · February 2026

“They are well prepared for secondary school.”

— Ofsted, Achievement · February 2026

“Teachers have excellent subject knowledge.”

— Ofsted, Curriculum and teaching · February 2026

“The curriculum is ambitious, creative and detailed across all subjects.”

— Ofsted, Curriculum and teaching · February 2026

“Pupils thrive at Clifton Primary School.”

— Ofsted, Attendance and behaviour · February 2026

“The expertise of staff ensures that pupils get the right help at the right time.”

— Ofsted, What it’s like to be a pupil at this school · February 2026

“Leaders have a sharp and accurate understanding of the school’s context, strengths and priorities.”

— Ofsted, Leadership and governance · February 2026