West Pennard Church of England Primary School in Glastonbury has recently received a glowing Ofsted inspection report, with inspectors praising the school for its happy and safe environment. The school, which teaches 225 children aged between four and 11, was commended for its exemplary behavior and the pride that pupils take in their school.
Inspectors noted that pupils are exceptionally polite and demonstrate high levels of respect and kindness towards each other, reflecting the school’s values of being respectful, compassionate, and truthful. They also highlighted the school’s high expectations for its pupils, its exceptional provision for wider development, and its focus on promoting a love of reading among children.
While the curriculum received high praise, the report also pointed out areas for improvement, particularly in the effectiveness of assessment in some subjects. Despite this, the school was rated ‘Outstanding’ for personal development and behaviors and attitudes, and ‘Good’ for quality of education, early years provision, and leadership and management.
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Headteacher Tony Wheat expressed his delight at the positive feedback and highlighted the school’s commitment to delivering an ambitious curriculum and providing the best pastoral support for its pupils and their families.