PUPILS, teachers and parents at a village school near Cirencester are celebrating after being rated good in a recent inspection from education regulator Ofsted.
Bibury Primary School was handed the rating after two inspectors visited the school in May this year.
The school was rated good in two categories and also received the top mark outstanding in two other categories for behaviour and development.
In the report, the school was described as "welcoming," "inclusive," and "nurturing” where its pupils are “happy because they are valued and well supported.”
Inspectors also praised the primary for its “ambitious and rich education” where leaders and staff work together “effectively.”
In addition, parents told inspectors that the school has a "family" feel in which staff listens to their concerns.
The school - which has 27 pupils - was previously rated as good in 2017.
Headteacher Suki Pascoe said: “After a rigorous inspection, we are thrilled that the inspectors recognised everything we have worked hard to achieve at Bibury.
“We are especially pleased to have been judged outstanding for behaviour and attitudes and personal development.
“We are proud of our pupils, and they are proud to be part of Bibury Primary School.”
Chair of Governors, Anthony Godwin, said: “We are delighted that the inspection team have acknowledged the quality teaching at Bibury that allows every child to flourish and engage with learning so effectively.
“To be graded as good overall, with the two outstanding grades, highlights the exceptional standard of education and pastoral care that Bibury school delivers”.
Ms Pascoe is also the headteacher of North Cerney Primary School, and leadership is shared between the two schools.
The report reads: “Pupils have a thirst for learning. They concentrate well and persevere with their learning.
“The school’s work to support pupils’ personal development is exceptional. Leaders thoughtfully plan opportunities to open pupils’ eyes to the wider world.
However, in order to improve, the school was advised to improve some of its assessments.
The report continues: “Staff sometimes do not use assessment to make sure that the curriculum is well matched to pupils’ age and ability.
“Therefore, pupils, at times, are not sufficiently challenged by their learning.
“Leaders should ensure that assessment accurately identifies what pupils have learned before to inform curriculum planning.”
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