A VILLAGE primary school in north Ceredigion is celebrating after receiving a glowing report from inspectors.

Ysgol Gynradd Myfenydd in Llanrhystud was rated ‘good’ by Estyn for all five criteria.

Inspectors said that standards; wellbeing and attitudes to learning; teaching and learning experiences; care, support and guidance; and leadership and management at the school were all good – the second highest rung of the inspectors’ ranking ladder.

A ‘good’ ranking means the school has “strong features, although minor aspects may require improvement.” It is the first time the school has been inspected under the new inspection framework, introduced last year.

Estyn found the 81-pupil school “is a caring and inclusive community that encourages its pupils to develop a high level of respect and tolerance towards others.”

“Pupils behave well and have positive attitudes towards learning,” the report said.“During their time at the school, most pupils make good progress.

“Teachers provide them with stimulating activities, which develop their skills effectively.

“One of the school’s strengths is the quality of provision for pupils with additional learning needs.

“The headteacher provides purposeful leadership that provides a clear strategic direction for the school. Staff are dedicated and enthusiastic, and work together closely and supportively as a team in a Welsh environment.”

The report found that teaching at the school is good, because “teachers have good subject knowledge and prepare, organise and structure their lessons effectively.”

Pupils are “very happy at the school” and “receive good care and support”, the report added.

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