A SCHOOL once rated ‘inadequate’ has turned its fortunes around in its latest Ofsted inspection.
Shipley CE Primary School was visited by the watchdog on September 14 and 15 and was judged as ‘good’ in all areas.
The school is now part of Bradford Diocesan Academies Trust (BDAT) and inspectors said in a report: “There has been significant improvement at the school since the new headteacher and deputy headteacher took up post.
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“With the support of the multi-academy trust, leaders have developed a well-sequenced and ambitious curriculum in all subjects.”
The report added: “Strong and caring relationships between staff and pupils are at the centre of Shipley C of E Primary School.
“Leaders have woven the school values of love, honesty, thankfulness, respect, resilience and forgiveness throughout the curriculum.
“Pupils demonstrate these values in their positive interactions with friends. Poor behaviour choices and incidents of bullying are rare.”
Inspectors also said: “Leaders have taken positive steps to address the high proportion of pupils who are absent from school persistently.
“There is a renewed expectation that pupils should be in school, on time, every day.”
They added: “The programme for personal development is well structured and helps to equip pupils for life in modern Britain.
“Starting right from nursery and reception, pupils learn the importance of positive relationships and consent.
“Pupils demonstrate an awareness of the protected characteristics and the need for equality and respect for all.”
Headteacher Gavin Hamilton said: “I am delighted that our school has got the recognition it deserves. Our report shows that our children live the values we explore in school in their daily interactions with each other.
“I am pleased that the report also recognises the strength in our reading, maths and wider curriculum.
“I am particularly proud of our amazing staff here in school and the work they put in every day to ensure all our children are nurtured and love learning.”
Carol Dewhurst OBE, Chief Executive Officer at BDAT, added: “What a fantastic result for the hard-working and dedicated team at Shipley CE Primary school.
“The school has seen a lot of change over recent years and we would like to thank our students, our families, and our staff for coming on this successful journey with us.
“We will of course continue to work with you to make sure we continue to drive improvements and provide the very best education for our current and future students”.
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