A primary school in Taunton has been praised for its "inclusive" approach and "high expectations" in a recent Ofsted inspection.
Minerva Primary School, part of the Cabot Learning Federation, impressed inspectors with its leadership, teaching, curriculum, pupil behaviour, and overall environment during its first inspection under Ofsted’s latest framework.
Lead inspector Ben Jordan said: "Pupils enjoy coming to Minerva Primary School.
"They describe it as a fun and caring place which 'challenges them to learn.'
"Pupils understand how the school values help them to become better individuals who have the courage to try new things and to work as part of a team."
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Ofsted highlighted the school’s "calm and orderly" atmosphere and effective safeguarding, as well as the "high expectations" staff hold for every child.
The report noted that pupils now attend more regularly than in the past and have a clear understanding of the importance of school attendance.
Inspectors said pupils "respond well to the school’s high expectations for their behaviour and conduct," and take pride in leadership roles such as pupil parliament and librarian positions.
On pupil progress, the report stated: "Pupils make positive progress from their starting points.
"This is particularly the case for those who are disadvantaged."
Gareth Nation, principal at Minerva Primary School, said: "We are delighted with the findings of this report.
"It marks a significant milestone in Minerva Primary School's ongoing improvement and reflects the dedication, ambition and hard work of everyone connected to the school.
"We are particularly thrilled that inspectors recognised the positive progress pupils are making, not only academically, but also as holistic, well-rounded individuals who leave the school well prepared for the next stage of their educational journey."
Steve Taylor, chief executive officer of the Cabot Learning Federation, said: "I’m so delighted for the hard-working and expert team at Minerva, and for the community.
"After almost 20 years, the families once again have a school that they not only love, but that now publicly stacks up against any school in the country in terms of the quality of provision."
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