Ofsted inspectors were impressed with Bracknell New Scotland Hill Primary School when they visited recently.
The Bracknell Forest Council run school was rated as a ‘good’ with several ‘outstanding’ features after inspectors visited between June 30 and July 1.
In a letter to Bracknell pupils Jacqueline Marshall lead Ofsted inspector, said: We were pleased to hear you like school a great deal and that your teachers plan many interesting things for you to do and become involved with….We agree that there are lots of interesting clubs and activities and understand why you enjoy all your learning so much.”
The report also found that:
* Bracknell New Scotland Hill Primary School has raised standards in the level of care, guidance and support to excellent since the last inspection;
* pupils achieve and progress well because teaching is good;
* the trend in pupils’ attainment in core subjects at both Key Stage 1 and 2 has continued to be above average;
* pupils achieve especially well in their personal and social development; and
* children enter the early years Foundation Stage with levels of skills and understanding that are generally above those expected for their age.
The majority of parents and carers questioned about the Bracknell school expressed satisfaction with it. Typical comments included: The school is extremely friendly and positive, they treat children well and try to make learning as fun as possible;” Their concern for his well being and education, and that of the other children around him, is outstanding;” Totally happy with this school.”
As with all reports, the inspectors identified areas which the school needs to improve. The area which New Scotland Hill Primary School needs to improve on is mathematics, and work has already started to improve marking methods and to develop links between subjects.
Bracknell Headteacher Pat Kerton said: "We are delighted with our recent inspection report which showed that the school has made significant progress across the board. The response from parents was brilliant, with 100 per cent agreeing that their children enjoy school, that the school keeps their children safe and that the school makes sure their child is well prepared for the future.
"Thanks should be extended to all teachers, governors, pupils and parents for all their hard work and effort throughout the year."
The school has also received several external awards including Healthy School Status, the Activemark, Rights Respecting Schools level one and a Arts Mark, silver level.
Cllr Alan Kendall, executive member for education at Bracknell Forest Council, said: "The council strives to ensure that all Bracknell Forest schools are good schools.
"Congratulations to Pat and the whole school community on this fantastic result – keep up the good work."
Bracknell Forest Council