The headteacher and staff team have created a warm, friendly and inclusive ethos where all pupils are valued as unique individuals. Pupils come to school happily and look forward to their school day. The pupils who attend the before- or after-school clubs value the opportunity to play with their friends. Smiles, laughter and warm greetings typify the start of each day. Pupils are proud to come to Bilton Primary School. Pupils of all ages delight in using the outdoor equipment at break and lunchtimes. Pupils behave very well in lessons and when moving around the school. Bullying is not tolerated. Although improving, some pupils’ attendance is low. Pupils like their teachers and the staff who care for them. Staff have high expectations of pupils’ behaviour and their learning. Leaders are ambitious for pupils. The teaching of reading is prioritised, and pupils develop a love of reading. Pupils find the topics they study interesting and they pay close attention in lessons. Teachers plan and sequence learning carefully in most subjects, particularly in reading, writing and mathematics. Teachers are clear about the skills they want to develop in each subject. Pupils’ knowledge builds year-on-year as they are learning more and remembering more. However, sometimes teachers are not always clear about the knowledge they want pupils to retain by the end of the topic. By the end of Year 6, most pupils achieve well. This includes disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Parents are very appreciative of the care and support provided for their children. Every parent who responded to Parent View, Ofsted’s online questionnaire, would recommend the school.