YSGOL LLANBRYNMAIR

Overview

The report describes a school with "innovative leadership" and an "ethos of continuous improvement" that is part of a formal federation. It highlights "excellent standards and provision in all areas," driven by staff who have "very high expectations" for pupil wellbeing and progress. The inspection found that teachers create a "very stimulating learning environment" where pupils are "ambitious, confident, aspirational and knowledgeable."

Strengths

• Pupils achieve "excellent standards" in literacy, numeracy, and ICT, with skills "woven... naturally throughout the whole curriculum."
• There is a "safe and very stimulating learning environment" characterised by "obvious respect between pupils and teachers."
• Pupils display "exceptionally positive attitudes to learning," are "very eager to learn," and take pride in their work.
• "Innovative leadership" and effective federation arrangements ensure "continuous improvement" and high-quality provision.
• The curriculum is "highly effective and creative," enriching learning through visits and expert visitors.

Areas to improve

• Ensure that "progress-tracking procedures are manageable" and that teachers use them "efficiently to extend learning."
• Address the "health and safety issue that was raised during the inspection."

Safeguarding

The report states that "the school’s arrangements for safeguarding meet requirements," although a specific health and safety issue was identified and reported to the headteacher and chair of governors.