Staff, pupils and governors of Ysgol Twm o’r Nant, Denbigh are celebrating after receiving a glowing school report from Estyn, the body that inspects schools across Wales.
The Estyn report states that the school is good because:
- The percentage of pupils that achieve the core subject indicator at the end of Key Stage 2 is consistently higher than the results for the family of schools and above the Welsh average;
- the percentage of pupils that reach Level 5 in all subjects at the end of Key Stage 2 has been higher than the family of schools for the past four years;
- pupils’ level of attendance is consistently high
- there is success in nurturing pupils who are developing into becoming independent, bilingual and responsible learners.
In 2010, 96% of key Stage 1 pupils achieved the Core Subject Indicators, reaching the expected level in Welsh, mathematics and science. In the same year 100% of Key Stage 2 pupils reached the expected level in Welsh or English, mathematics and science.
Other highlights of the report include:
- The day to day management arrangements and systems are excellent.
- The partnership with parents and the community is outstanding.
- The headteacher and deputy’s strategic leadership is very good.
- The Senior Leadership Team has developed a joint vision, with each member of staff working together to the benefit of pupils.
- Effective use is made of resources to support education and learning.
- The staff take into consideration the differing needs of pupils, ensuring there is equal opportunity for pupils to benefit from the full range of educational opportunities.
- A significant improvement has been made since the last inspection.
Dr Eilir Jones, Chair of Governors said; “We are delighted at the outcome of the school inspection as it clearly demonstrates the commitment and dedication of the teachers at the school to provide a quality education to our pupils.
“Whilst we celebrate our achievements, we take note of the areas for improvement identified in the report. We will now draw up an action plan to make sure that we raise standards at the school even further and continue to develop.”
Geraint Davies, Headteacher, said: “I’m delighted that the report has recognised the close, happy and supportive community within the school, as well as the great relationship we have with parents and the wider community. Ysgol Twm o’r Nant prides its role in the community and for offering pupils the opportunity to become respectful citizens. Everyone associated with the school can feel proud of this report.”
The full inspection report can be found on www.estyn.gov.uk
