A school between Bridport and Beaminster has been given a 'good' overall rating in a recent Ofsted inspection.

Salway Ash CE VA Primary school celebrated the outcome of the inspection which also received an ‘outstanding’ rating for pupils' behaviour and attitudes.

The primary school, situated on the B3162, caters for children aged between four to 11 years old, and drew praise in supporting pupils' wellbeing.

The report said: “Positive relationships between staff and pupils help pupils become independent, resilient learners willing to ‘have a go.’”

Inspectors said they were impressed with the behaviour, attitudes and enthusiasm of the students. The report said: “The school has high aspirations for pupils’ behaviour. This is evident in pupils’ exemplary conduct and attitudes to learning. There is a calm and orderly environment in the school and that pupils treat each other with kindness and respect.”

The report did highlight that the school ‘does not check that pupils can recall the curriculum’s important content in some subjects,’ for which they’ve been told they need to refine the curriculum further so that the pupils ‘have opportunities to learn and review important knowledge to know and remember more.’

Headteacher Leif Overment said: “We are delighted with the Ofsted report's findings, which reflect the dedication and hard work of our entire school community. It is a testament to the collaborative efforts of our teachers, support staff, students, parents, and the wider community." 

Mr Overment went on to highlight that the school's biggest strength is the ‘excellent relationships between staff and pupils.’

“At Salway Ash, a central part of our ethos is to develop pupils who are kind and considerate towards one another and want to make a positive contribution to the world around them,” he added.

The headteacher said that the school’s ‘ambitious curriculum’ helps give children an understanding to real-life and that the school ‘carefully plan’ enrichment activities to support this aim.

School staff say they are ‘well-placed’ to build on this success and continue their mission to provide an outstanding educational experience for all students. 

The report said: “Leaders at all levels, including governors, know and understand the school’s strengths and areas for development. They have a clear vision for the school. The school has systems in place to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of leaders’ actions accurately.”