A HEREFORDSHIRE school is delighted after its first Ofsted inspection in 13 years.

Until November 2020, Staunton-on-Wye Endowed Primary School was exempt by law from routine inspection, so there has been a longer gap than usual between inspections.

Judgements in the report published on November 22 are based on the current inspection framework and reflect changes that may have happened at any point since the last inspection.

The school was praised for many elements and received a good rating.

Hereford Times: Class two celebrate in front of the Save Our River Wye school project.Class two celebrate in front of the Save Our River Wye school project. (Image: Rob Davies)

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Headteacher Joanna Davies said Staunton school is delighted that their recent Ofsted inspection was graded as good with outstanding effectiveness in personal development. 

“The excellent report is particularly welcome at a time when the benchmark for good is at the highest level it has ever been,” she said.

“The report clearly highlights our small school’s caring, family ethos.

Hereford Times: Children have created a mural from plastic lids and caps as part of an environmental project.Children have created a mural from plastic lids and caps as part of an environmental project. (Image: Rob Davies)

“It also recognises the wide, rich set of experiences and opportunities we provide our pupils to develop their talents and interests. 

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“We are proud our school ethos and values were truly recognised and reflected in the report.”

In the report inspectors said pupils get off to a great start to life in school.

Staff sow the seeds here for the behaviour and learning traits that thread through school life, said the report.

Staff also nurture and challenge in equal measure, as a result, pupils become independent and inquisitive learners.

As the school’s new Headteacher, Mrs Davies would like to thank all the staff, parents and carers, pupils, and governors for their incredible support.

“I look forward to working with the whole community to truly embrace the next chapter of Staunton school’s journey,” she said.

“Visits from prospective parents and carers are always welcome - please contact the school for more information.”