Ofsted

The Ofsted Inspection carried out at Shavington Primary school in June 2008 reported that it was an Outstanding school in all six areas. “Leaders unflinching focus on high quality education and care for pupils together with excellent teaching and outstanding curriculum have brought about significant improvements in standards over recent years”.

We are obviously delighted with the report and being recognised by Ofsted for our approach to primary education. We believe it is not just about academic results but about giving children an environment where they can be safe and secure, have fun, have a wide range of experiences and develop a love of learning. This report is a testament to the hard work and dedication of all staff, children, parents and governors.

Very few schools are graded as Outstanding by Ofsted and a very small percentage are giving outstanding in all six areas. Ofsted commented on the outstanding spiritual, moral, social and cultural education in the school. They highlighted the excellent links with schools in Tanzania, France and Spain and the fact that the children learnt the languages of those countries. The report stated that the head teachers inspiration and drive has won the support and admiration of parents, pupils and staff and led directly to the development of an exciting learning environment and subsequently pupil’s genuine enjoyment of school. The report also spoke of the excellent standards of education and that children’s progress which was due to the outstanding quality of teaching they receive. The Ofsted team reported that the outstanding curriculum also had an exceptional range and quality of activities to enrich the curriculum. These included six residential visits a year, cookery for all children, an impressive selection of after school clubs.

If you would like to read the report in full please go to www.ofsted.gov.uk