OFSTED have given a Bridgwater school a good review in their latest inspection saying 'they are committed to improving the school'.

Haygrove School in Durleigh Road, Bridgwater has been given a 'good' grade in their latest Ofsted report.

From the report, it was clearly a positive visit as the inspectors highlighted many of the school's strengths.

The inspection also identified areas for improvement for the school but were quick to point out that the School’s Leadership Team were aware of these.

The report said: “Leaders know the strengths and weaknesses of the school. They are committed to improving the school so that all pupils achieve the best possible outcomes. Governors and Trustees monitor the school closely and provide support and challenge where needed. Leaders look beyond the Trust and local area for good practice which may help them to improve the school future.”

Other themes identified in the report are the mutual respect between staff and students, the zero-tolerance stance on bullying and the high quality of the teaching and the curriculum.

“There are many opportunities for pupils to develop their skills and interests. Endeavour is evident in the purposeful atmosphere of the school, both in and outside lessons. Pupils behave well and are respectful towards each other and to staff," the report said.

Aaron Reid, headteacher at the school said: "The observations made within this report have made our school community feel very proud. We are committed to improving the outcomes for all children who attend Haygrove and will continue to look at how we can improve ourselves.

"I am particularly encouraged by our strategy to increase the participation in the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), which was supported by the Ofsted Inspectors as an area where the school could significantly impact students’ outcomes. We look forward to welcoming Ofsted back in the next 18 months for their full inspection and affirming the progress we have made.”

Quantock Education Trust CEO, Chrysta Garnett, CEO, is very pleased with the report.

She said: “It is clear there is a strong team ethos at the school, led confidently by Mr Reid. The school community is harmonious and strives to succeed.

"We are really looking forward to this academic year and finding new ways for the schools within our Trust to support each other on their improvement journeys and build on their very solid foundations."