Newhall Park Primary School, in Bierley, is thrilled at the recognition that its pupils receive a good education, according to its latest Ofsted report.
The school was judged to be good in all areas, which is a huge step forward from its previous judgement of Requires Improvement when last inspected in October 2014.
In a glowing report the inspectors found that both co-headteachers provide good leadership, staff morale is good and their "shared drive and vision ensures that pupils achieve well from their different starting points".
“Pupils’ achievement has improved significantly since the last inspection. The proportions of pupils reaching the expected standards in the Year 1 and 2 phonics checks have risen rapidly, and are above average.”
The report goes on to say that: “Senior leaders and subject leaders are very effective in regularly checking pupils’ outcomes and the quality of teaching, and in bringing about improvement.”
Inspectors said that parents are very positive about the school and are involved in their children’s learning from the start of their school lives, including receiving regular opportunities which allow them to learn alongside their children.
“The Governing Body is well informed of the school’s work and provides good levels of support and challenge. Governors are committed and ambitious for the school.”
Co-headteachers at the school, Nicola Gatenby and Helen Scarth, said: "We are delighted with this latest report from Ofsted. It is clear they see the school as we do.”
The Chairman of Governors, John Ruding said: “This has been a combined effort of everyone connected to our school community, particularly the inspirational leadership shown by our co-headteachers. We are all extremely proud of these achievements.”
Councillor Imran Khan, Bradford Council’s Executive Member for Education, Employment and Skills (pictured) said: “This positive outcome is excellent news for all those at Newhall Park Primary and for the district. Pupils, staff, parents, Governors and the wider community should be very proud that their hard work has paid dividends.”
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