PASSIONATE staff at a primary school have been praised for creating a 'positive and nurturing environment' in a recent Ofsted report.

Seagry Primary School - which is situated in Upper Seagry, Chippenham near Malmesbury - received good ratings in all areas after a visit from an Ofsted inspector on Tuesday, November 14 and Wednesday, November 15.

In the report, the inspector described the pupils as 'polite and respectful' and also commented on their eagerness to learn.

The inspector also praised the school's supportive staff who help pupils keep up with the 'broad and ambitious curriculum', especially when it comes to reading.

The report stated: "A love of reading is visible across the school.

"Staff have the expertise to deliver phonics effectively and to ensure that the books pupils read match the sounds they are learning. 

"If pupils fall behind, they receive the support they need to help them catch up quickly."

The inspector also noted that many parents said that the school encompassed 'a positive and nurturing environment with passionate staff'.

However, in order to improve, the school was advised develop its assessments and communication with parents.

The report stated: "Assessment is not used with enough precision to check what pupils know and remember.

"The school needs to further develop its approach to assessment across the curriculum which will help teachers to adapt learning so that pupils deepen their understanding.

"The school and trust must also work more effectively with parents so that they are aware of the work the school is doing to support their child."

Headteacher Christina Brugger said: "I would like to express my sincere gratitude to our parent community for their ongoing support and collaboration.

"Together, we will ensure that our school remains a place of excellence and opportunity for all our pupils.

"The report was a fair reflection of the hard work the staff have put in.

"Seagry is a beautiful rural village school with a tight-knit community, friendly and welcoming children who care about their learning and each other.

"We surprised the children with a non-school uniform party in the hall which included a dance competition to celebrate the good result."

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