WEST Huntspill Primary Academy is a "Good" school, according to Ofsted.

The New Road academy was visited by inspectors on October 3 and 4.

The Ofsted report reads: "Pupils are happy to come to West Huntspill Primary Academy.

"They enjoy school because it is a fun place to learn. Adults have high expectations of pupils’ behaviour. Clear routines are in place. Most pupils need few reminders to follow them. Pupils say behaviour has improved.

"They show positive attitudes to learning and play well together. Relationships between pupils and adults are positive. This means pupils trust adults to keep them safe. Pupils know adults will help if they have any concerns.

"The school has implemented a new approach to improving attendance. This work is having a positive impact on how often pupils attend school. Pupils value having responsibilities within the school such as play leaders and parliament leaders.

"They enjoy a range of after-school clubs. These include gardening, mindfulness, dance and multi-sports. Most parents would recommend the school to other parents.

"They say the school communicates well with them and addresses any concerns they may have. The school provides curriculum information sessions and a reading café for parents. This supports parents in knowing how to read at home with their child.

"The school has thought carefully about the curriculum that pupils need to learn. It has identified the small steps of knowledge that pupils need to build over time. Clear guidance means teachers know what to teach and when. In lessons, teachers model what they want pupils to learn.

"Classroom displays help pupils recall previous learning. Teachers support pupils to broaden their language, and pupils are beginning to use accurate vocabulary. Teachers use assessment to make sure pupils deepen their knowledge and understanding."

The school was also praised for its safeguarding policies and for teaching children about the world outside of the classroom, through school trips to places like the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol.

It was noted that, in some subjects, the curriculum is relatively new. To improve, the school needs to continue to support children in these subjects effectively.