Tairgwaith Primary School

Overview

Tairgwaith Primary School is described as a “happy, inclusive school” that prioritises pupil well-being and fosters strong community links. While many pupils make suitable progress in literacy and numeracy, the report highlights inconsistencies in teaching quality and limited provision for writing and numeracy skills in older classes.

Strengths

• Pupils feel safe, show “good levels of interest in their lessons,” and actively participate in pupil voice groups.
• There is a “high level of care and respect” among pupils, staff, and governors, positively influencing attitudes and behaviour.
• Staff maintain strong relationships with pupils, using “positive encouragement” and praising achievements.
• Leaders are addressing national priorities such as additional learning needs (ALN) reform “very well.”
• Governors are “very active in developing the school” and have a good understanding of their responsibilities.

Areas to improve

• Address the “inconsistencies in the quality of teaching” across the school.
• Improve pupils’ writing and numeracy skills, particularly in the older classes where provision is currently limited.
• Provide effective feedback to older pupils so they clearly understand “what to do to improve their work.”

Safeguarding

The report states that “nearly all pupils feel safe in school and know who to go to if they are worried.”