Ysgol Gymuned Llanerch-y-medd

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Ysgol Gymuned Llannerch-y-medd has a happy and friendly ethos. Pupils, staff and parents take pride in its homely and inclusive environment. The vision of setting 'Llwybr Llwyddiant Llannerch-y-medd' ('Llannerch-y-medd Success Pathway') reflects the school's ethos to encourage pupils to reflect on their values and act on them.

Everyone is respected and they are very caring towards each other and the community. As a result, pupils' attitudes to learning are sound and their behaviour is excellent. Most pupils make good progress from their starting points.

They develop their literacy, numeracy and digital skills purposefully by the end of their time at the school. However, teachers do not always ensure regular opportunities t...o develop pupils' independent skills. Teachers plan interesting learning activities to engage pupils' interest.

Staff have an excellent working relationship with pupils. They ensure that lessons have a suitable pace and provide stimulating learning experiences. However, opportunities for pupils to respond to feedback to improve their work and take more responsibility for their learning are limited.

Provision to support the learning skills of pupils with additional learning needs are purposeful. As a result, pupils make good progress over time against their targets and previous attainment. The school's self-evaluation and quality assurance arrangements are robust.

Members of the governing body support the headteacher and staff successfully. They have a sound awareness of the school's strengths and priorities for improvement. They provide an appropriate balance of support and challenge.

Recommendations R1 Provide opportunities to promote pupils' independent skills R2 Ensure consistency in teachers' feedback to support pupils to improve their work and take more responsibility for their learning