Elmlea Junior School in Westbury on Trym is celebrating after a graded Ofsted inspections judged it to be Outstanding in every area.
The inspectors who visited in March confirmed that “pupils thrive at this warm and welcoming school where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging”.
They praised the “highly engaging” curriculum, stating that it “challenges pupils to make insightful connections between their previous and current knowledge” and has been “designed to support pupils exceptionally well to build their knowledge in a clear and logical order”.
Behaviour was described as “exceptional”, while strong staff relationships with pupils were singled out for providing “expert, sensitive support for the small number of pupils who need help to manage their emotions”.
Pupils were also said to be “immensely proud of their school, and they attend well.
“They have a deep understanding of the core values” of ‘kindness, respect and community’.”
Elmlea Infant School was also rated Outstanding in an inspection two years ago.
Executive head of both schools Lorraine Wright said: “II am delighted that Ofsted has once again recognised the very special and high quality education that we provide for all our children at Elmlea.
I am retiring from Headship this summer and feel immensely proud to be leaving both our schools in such exceptionally good health!”
Colin Mackinlay from Russell Education Trust, which the Elmlea Schools have recently joined, said: “Throughout our long partnership with Elmlea we have always known what fabulous schools they are. To have that re-confirmed so clearly by Ofsted is wonderful for the schools and we look forward to working together even more closely for the benefit of our shared community.”