Pupils receive a good education at Date Palm Primary School. Children get off to a strong start in early years, especially in their reading. Pupils enjoy learning a broad curriculum that is designed to be both ambitious and to meet their needs. Staff have high expectations of pupils. They encourage pupils to work hard, challenge themselves and to never give up. Pupils are prepared well for secondary school. Pupils are polite, confident and respectful. They are supportive of one another. They said that they feel safe. They are well cared for by their trusted adults. Pupils behave well in class and around their school. Staff deal with any incidents of bullying effectively. The school is a welcoming, friendly place. The vast majority of parents and carers who contributed to Ofsted Parent View would recommend the school to others. As one parent put it: ‘The school has a lovely atmosphere; you can feel it as soon as you go in.’ Pupils enjoy taking an active part in the wider life of the school. For example, they were proud of their contributions to the performance of ‘Oliver Twist’.