A school that was previously told it required improvement has now been graded good as Ofsted inspectors have praised its special needs support, ambitious curriculum and highly trained staff. 

Rougham Church of England Primary School in Church Road, Rougham, near Bury St Edmunds, was inspected by the education watchdog on May 14 and 15. 

The school, part of The Tilan Partnership, was previously graded requires improvement after an inspection in 2022, but this was upgraded to good following the latest visit. 

In a report published on June 18, inspectors said Rougham CofE pupils "thrive because of their teachers’ very high expectations" and described the school as a "happy and welcoming place to learn."

They praised the school's "broad and ambitious curriculum" that they said allows pupils to build on what they already know. 

Staff were described as highly trained, asking questions that check and deepen pupils' understanding and addressing misconceptions. 

Inspectors said in most areas of the curriculum, staff make sure pupils revisit learning but, in some subjects, changes are recent and pupils struggle to recall their earlier learning.

They found the school prioritises reading and those who find it hard are supported. 

Staff were said to "accurately identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)" meaning they get support as soon as possible.

"The school provides effective training so that staff are well equipped to meet the needs of all pupils," they said.

"Staff receive precise information on how to support pupils with SEND to access the same curriculum as their peers."

The school’s curriculum for the personal development was described as "exceptional" and inspectors said pupils understand the importance of respect and tolerance and celebrate different faiths and cultures. 

Staff were found to be passionate about the school and felt supported by the school leaders.

To improve, the report said the school "should ensure that they include regular opportunities to revisit key information so that pupils build on what they know and can do in all subjects."

Schools that are rated good are typically visited by Ofsted every four years.