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Inspectors impressed by primary school with global outlook
Peatmoor Community Primary School had a great end of term Christmas present when Ofsted inspectors declared it an effective school that
has many outstanding features.
This judgement supports the relevant activities and by provid- in South Africa, which has been and fun, and also that the quality
school's own self-evaluation, ing displays of very high quality to covered extensively over the last of the curriculum and the well be-
which is regarded as a key feature stimulate pupils' interests. The per- five years in The Link. ing of the children is regarded as
of inspections by Ofsted. sonal development of pupils and The inspectors consider the outstanding. It is testimony to the
The inspectors say the school the high quality of the curriculum head teacher Terri Peacock a highly work put in by everybody involved
has improved since thelastinspec- are major strengths. These are key effective, innovative and dedicated at Peatmoor."
tion and is well placed to continue factors in promoting pupils' good leader.
developing. It has few weaknesses achievement, and their high levels The governors provide a good North Swindon s gain
and it provides very good value of enjoyment and self-esteem. level of support and challenge to Mrs Peacock will be leaving
for money. Whilst attendance is satisfactory, the school, which helps drive im- Peatmoor at the end of the aca-
Pupils enjoy attending and their pupils' spiritual, moral, social and provement. demic year to become headteacher
enthusiasm to learn is described as cultural development is outstand- Mrs Peacock said she was de- of the new yet-to-be named pri-
infectious. They are proud of their ing and the inspectors remark par- lighted by the findings of the re- mary school on the North Swindon
school and, along with the vast ticularly on the school's commit- port. "It is gratifying to know that Learning Campus in Priory Vale.
majority of the parents, think that menttoglobalcitizenshipthrough learning at Peatmoor is infectious See the centre page feature.
it is a fun, safe, and exciting place its contact with Dihlabeng School
to learn.
Provision in the Foundation
Stage (Reception) is good. Pupils
make good progress, particularly
in their personal and social devel-
opment and they continue to
FPro^fes^i^on^ l Tuition 3 For ages 6-16
ac achieve well so that by the time
they leave in Year 6, standards are in English & Maths V Individual Workplans
above average. 3 Qualified Teachers
Performance in science and infor- Free Assessments 3 SATS/GCSE/Exam Prep
mation & communication technol- 3 Unique programmes ..^*^
ogy (ICT) is particularly good. Pu- Kip McGrath - Swindon 3 proven Success
pits with learning difficulties and unit Si. Basepoint Business Centre,
disabilities achieve well, due to the Rivermead Drive, Westlea SN5 7EX. 3 Affordable Rates
high quality support they receive. Peahnoor kids ; c ing ready for the
,
The quality of teaching is good Brunel200 celebrations next year. From r
and has many strengths. Teachers left, Ben Forman, Helen Blenkhorn,
generally make learning fun by DanielGranville, MollieHall,Annayah
using new technology, planning Prosser

National accolade for two primaries
Two Swindon schools have been recognised as matching the best in
the country and have been put on the 'most successful school' list for
2004-05 after excellent Ofsted reports.
Theheadteachersof and caring school
Beechcroft Infants and where pupils feels se-
Shaw Ridge Primary curewhichisappreci-
k
Schools have been in- - . ' ated by parents.
vited to the Guildhall Shaw Ridge, with
in Bath on 10 January 1 269 pupils, could ex-
to celebrate their pandto420ifnearby
achievements with Salt Way Primary is
Her Majesty's Chief closed by Swindon
Inspector for schools, / Council, which pro-
David Bell. poses to spend nearly
Shaw Ridge headteacher, Sally £5 million on rebuilding the school
Cowell, above, said her school is a on an adjacent site.
very happy and exciting place The other Swindon school to be
where pupils have the right atti- recognised is Beechcroft Infants.
tude and behaviour. Headteacher Lynne Harper said
"Our curriculum is stimulating she thought her school's success
and varied and we work very much was based on the superb relation-
asateamwitheveryonehavingtheir ships that exist between staff, par-
say. We strive to create a welcoming ents and children.

At Peatmoor Community Primary School
The parent and toddler group has places at its Tuesday morning Thursday 26 January
sessions. 10am to 12pm. There are a variety of toys and activities. The
cost is £1 which includes refreshment. 5pm to 8.30pm
Gymnastics for beginners starts on 12 January:
5 to 7 years: 4.15pm to 5.15pm:
8 to 11 years: 5.15pm to 6.15pm.
For details call Caroline Bowles at Peatmoor Community Facilities on
881613.