Shalom Noam Primary in Burnt Oak has been rated good by Ofsted in its first inspection since becoming a state-aided school four years.

The behaviour and attitudes of its “highly attentive and studious” pupils was judged outstanding.

Children “take their studies seriously and are excited about learning,” inspectors reported. 

“Pupils contribute to school life in many ways. For example, litter and lunch monitors ensure that the school site is kept clean. Older pupils help encourage younger pupils to enjoy books by reading with them.”

Staff inspired pupils to “love learning here. Leaders encourage pupils to act with tolerance and respect for others.”

Inspectors said that curriculum thinking was particularly strong in reading, maths and science. An ambitious new reading programme was introduced at the start of the academic year.

But in a few subjects, leaders had “not identified the skills and knowledge that pupils need to know and remember in as much detail as other subjects”, Ofsted said.

Meanwhile, two small Strictly Orthodox independent girls primaries in Salford were also rated good - one better than the “requires improvement” grade they both received two years ago.

Pupils at Ateres Elisheva worked hard and behaved well and every morning were greeted by smiling teachers, Ofsted reported.

At Bnos Margulis Vishnitz, girls responded positively to high expectations, conducting themselves responsibly and learning well, said Ofsted.

"Pupils care about those who are less fortunate than themselves. For example, they regularly raise funds for different charitable causes," inspectors said.

They understood British values, including those of equality and the rule of law and had "a strong knowledge of different religions and faiths and respect various cultural traditions".