The Greenwich primary school where 'impeccable' pupils are ‘enthusiastic'
Inspectors visited Millennium Primary School in, based in John Harrison Way, on May 7 and 8, 2025, and found that pupils 'enjoy Millennium Primary School a great deal' and 'feel safe and secure because staff look after them well'.
Behaviour and attitudes were rated Outstanding, along with personal development. The quality of education, leadership and management, and early years provision were all rated Good.
Although the school previously held an Outstanding grade before converting to academy status, this was its first full inspection under the current framework.
Since September 2024, schools no longer receive a single overall effectiveness grade.
Inspectors said that pupils behave 'impeccably' in lessons and around the school, and that there are 'very few, if any, interruptions caused by poor behaviour'.
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Pupils were also described as being 'highly respectful of each other, staff and visitors'.
In the playground, pupils were seen 'playing extremely well together' and making the most of the equipment on offer, with a strong sense of fairness, teamwork and friendship.
Reading was identified as a particular strength. Pupils were found to reach 'high levels of fluency by the end of Years 1 and 2', with staff given credit for delivering phonics teaching with 'consistently strong' expertise.
The report said: 'Frequent checks on pupils' learning ensure that any gaps in their knowledge or misconceptions are tackled quickly.'
The curriculum has been 'comprehensively revamped' over the last year, with inspectors noting that it gives pupils a 'broad and ambitious experience'.
However, they did highlight 'a few inconsistencies' in how it is delivered across subjects, with some gaps in learning not being picked up quickly enough.
Leaders are already taking action to address this, including drawing on the expertise of more experienced staff to support teaching development.
Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) was praised, including the provision for pupils with autism, which inspectors said 'caters effectively' for their needs.
Ofsted also noted that attendance is now 'considerably higher than average', with the school rigorously following up absences.
The drop in suspensions this year was seen as further evidence of the school's clear expectations and positive culture.
Millennium Primary is part of the Maritime Academy Trust and is led by Executive Headteacher Rachel Mollett.
Inspectors said the trust and local advisory council 'carry out their governance role effectively' and that the school works closely with staff to manage workload and well-being.
Safeguarding was found to be effective.
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