Jubilee Primary School meets expected standard in Ofsted report
Inspectors praised pupil engagement and inclusion, but highlighted attendance and writing consistency.
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Jubilee Primary School, located on Crowden Way in Thamesmead, has met the expected standard in every area assessed during an Ofsted inspection conducted on 14 July 2026. The school, which has 159 pupils and is part of the Trinitas Academy Trust, received praise for its inclusive environment and the range of activities offered to its students.
Strengths in pupil engagement and curriculum
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Ofsted inspectors highlighted the school's focus on reading, inclusion, and giving pupils a voice in school life. Pupils contribute as 'pupil librarians', assisting younger children with reading and managing the school's 'magic book shop', which provides books to students. Extracurricular activities, such as anime and manga clubs and additional girls' football, are also available, with the school actively seeking pupil input on new offerings. The school parliament has influenced changes, including lunchtime menu options and the provision of additional equipment.
The report stated that pupils feel happy and a sense of belonging at the school, feeling safe and trusting staff. Behaviour was described as good in lessons and during social times, with bullying being rare and addressed promptly. Inspectors also noted a broad curriculum that helps pupils develop secure knowledge across subjects, with reading prioritised from the early years. Younger children were found to have secure basic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. The inspection also recognised the school's efforts to challenge stereotypes through personal development education, teaching equality and celebrating differences.
Areas for development
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Despite the positive findings, the inspection identified areas requiring further improvement. Inspectors noted that teaching should more consistently address gaps in pupils' knowledge and help older students write accurately and fluently, as handwriting and presentation are not yet consistently secure. Attendance was also highlighted as an area for development. Persistent absence stood at 19% for the 2024/25 academic year, compared with the national average of 13%. While inspectors acknowledged that recently introduced initiatives are having a positive impact, they recommended that leaders continue to strengthen attendance strategies to reduce persistent absence and increase regular attendance.
Evonne Wallace serves as the principal of Jubilee Primary School. The report indicated that leaders have an accurate understanding of the school's strengths and priorities and are committed to improvement. Staff reported being happy and enjoying their work, with leaders noted for caring for staff wellbeing and considering workloads in decision-making. Safeguarding arrangements met Ofsted's standards, with an open culture for identifying and acting on concerns.
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+What did Ofsted say about Jubilee Primary School?
Ofsted inspectors found that Jubilee Primary School met the expected standard in all assessed areas. They praised the school's focus on reading, inclusion, pupil engagement, and the range of extracurricular activities. Areas identified for improvement included more consistent teaching to address knowledge gaps and enhance older pupils' writing skills, as well as improving attendance rates.
+What are the key strengths of Jubilee Primary School according to the report?
The school's strengths include a welcoming and inclusive environment where pupils feel safe and happy. Inspectors highlighted the broad curriculum, the prioritisation of reading from early years, and pupil involvement in school life, such as through the 'magic book shop' and school parliament. Behaviour was also noted as good, with bullying being rare.
+What were the main areas for improvement identified by Ofsted?
Ofsted identified two main areas for improvement. Firstly, teaching needs to more consistently address gaps in pupils' knowledge and help older students write more accurately and fluently. Secondly, persistent absence rates need to be reduced, as they were 19% in 2024/25, exceeding the national average of 13%.
+Who leads Jubilee Primary School and what is its size?
Jubilee Primary School is led by principal Evonne Wallace and is part of the Trinitas Academy Trust. The school has 159 pupils. Inspectors found that leaders had an accurate understanding of the school's strengths and were committed to improvement.
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