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An inspection of Amherst Primary School has highlighted "excellent approaches to wellbeing, equality and inclusion, grading it as sector leading in these areas."
Released yesterday, on the day the primary school broke up for the summer holidays, the inspection report "noted the strong ethos of teamwork and dedication among staff and volunteers which ensures that the school provides a caring and nurturing environment for all children."
The school’s children were described as "articulate, kind and happy". The inspector stated they were all "highly motivated to learn, respected others and achieved success in a variety of ways."
Headteacher Tracey Moore was praised for her "outstanding leadership"with the report saying her vision for ensuring that all children can achieve the best possible outcomes "underpins the life and work of the school."
The report also states that Amherst has "developed successful partnerships with parents, professionals and the local community, which enhances the children’s experiences and led to improved outcomesfor children and families."
Mrs Moore said she is very proud of the "excellent report and endorsement for the school."
"I am absolutely delighted that the whole school team has been recognised for their hard work, care and commitment to the children of Amherst," she said. "This inspection report is a real endorsement of the work that has been done and the journey that the school has been on. We are truly grateful for the support and help of our partners in thecommunity, who have been a key part of our success."
Deputy Matt Fallaize, President of the Committee for Education, Sport & Culture, said:
"I would like to take this opportunity to thank Tracey and the team at Amherst Primary School for their hard work and commitment to the school and its pupils. The inspection report highlights many areas of success and I am certain the school will build on their achievements further to improve the educational outcomes forchildren."
The inspection was carried out by Education Scotland, which has been responsible for inspecting island schools in recent years. It will be replaced by Ofsted from next year.
Amherst Primary School's full inspection report can be read here.
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