Ofsted last inspected our school in July 2026. The outcome of this latest OFSTED inspection is that Aldingbourne is EXPECTED in all areas. Click below to read the full report.

As a school we are delighted with the report and the Governors and Headteacher are so proud of staff and children alike. Our school is incredibly special, and we feel the report reflects what a magical little haven we have here at Aldingbourne, with quotes such as, “Pupils simply adore their school."

We are so proud of the report as we feel that the ethos of the school was recognised by OFSTED and shines out of the report. We were thrilled to read,

"From the moment they arrive to when they leave each day, pupils feel safe and valued"

"Staff create an environment where pupils learn, belong and thrive."

"The school's positive ethos exudes all elements of the school day." 

"Pupils enjoy learning. They are committed to working hard and they produce high quality work with pride". 

"Pupils behave extremely well." 

"Pupils show high levels of respect to each other, as well as to adults." 

"Relationships between staff and children are warm and supportive." 

"Parents and carers are overwhelmingly supportive of the school and its leadership. Most of all, parents acknowledge the ethos of the school set by the experienced leadership team that they feel oozes throughout the school community. Words such as 'thrive', 'above and beyond', 'dream come true' and 'genuine love and care' are typical phrases used by parents to describe their views of the school." 
 

Most importantly, we were delighted that the report highlighted that pupils love coming to school and how, many parents who responded to Ofsted’s online questionnaire, Parent View’, enthused about how happy their children are at Aldingbourne. 

Click below to view our latest Ofsted report and read just why OFSTED loved us so much! You can also visit the OFSTED website here to read the report, read our previous OFSTED reports and see the results of the parent questionnaire carried out by OFSTED.