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Williamsburgh Primary School

PAISLEY, PA1 1QF · Renfrewshire · primary school

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What Education Scotland said about Williamsburgh Primary School

Inspection report dated 23 April 2024

Overview

Inspectors found a school and nursery characterised by "very strong leadership" and "high quality approaches to learning teaching." Children are described as "happy, enthusiastic and confident," benefiting from a "strong focus on promoting inclusion and diversity" that fosters positive relationships.

Strengths

  • The headteacher provides "very strong leadership and direction," supported by an ambitious senior team.
  • Staff work effectively together, engaging in professional learning that positively impacts "children’s progress and achievement."
  • A commitment to inclusion builds "caring, positive and trusting relationships," helping children feel "included and valued."
  • Children demonstrate "respect, care and kindness" and are "very proud of their school and nursery."

Areas to improve

  • Nursery practitioners should "continue to develop the curriculum outdoors" to ensure greater breadth in learning.
  • School staff should "continue to develop systems to track children’s wellbeing" to better plan for individual needs.
  • Leaders and staff should "continue to raise attainment in literacy and numeracy."

Safeguarding

The report notes that the Care Inspectorate found "no requirements and no area for improvement" regarding the early learning and childcare setting, indicating robust safeguarding and care standards.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Education Scotland report, not a statement written by Education Scotland. Check the full official report before making a decision.

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