AN ENCOURAGING report has been made on Prestatyn High School following an inspection by Estyn, the education and training inspectorate for Wales.

The report, which is available to read in full online, comes after the Estyn inspection in February.

In the report, Estyn described the school as an “inclusive learning community, where pupils and staff work closely and effectively as a team, and these relationships form the heartbeat of the school".

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Inspectors added how Prestatyn High School pupils were proud to belong to an inclusive school, and described it as being “homely” and “wholesome”.

Pupils also said how they felt safe, and enjoyed their learning, at the school.

Extracts from the report’s overview read: “Prestatyn High School provides a positive and engaging learning environment, where nearly all pupils develop as happy, kind, and respectful individuals.

“Through its ‘Engagement Centre’, wellbeing room and partnerships with outside agencies, the school provides strong and well-considered support for pupils’ wellbeing.

“The school’s curriculum is designed thoughtfully with the needs of pupils at its heart. Leaders have a deep understanding of the community they serve, and their commitment to ensuring that the school both supports and shapes that community is notable.

"The headteacher and his senior team have worked well to establish a culture of high expectations for all.”

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The report also made the following recommendations:

  • Strengthen evaluation and improvement processes so that leaders have a more precise understanding of the impact of their work, particularly the impact of teaching on learning.
  • Ensure that teaching supports all pupils to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding progressively.
  • Strengthen the provision for the progressive development of pupils’ skills.

The school’s headteacher, Neil Foley, expressed his pride in the report, and the recognition by inspectors of the work to ensure the best possible education for its pupils.

Mr Foley said: “It is pleasing to see that the high standards achieved by pupils are recognised despite all the obstacles they have faced over the last few years.

“This is testament to the exceptional efforts and support of all staff.”

The school said it was “extremely pleased” with the report and will use its findings to further enrich learners' experiences and outcomes.

It also thanked pupils, parents, staff, governors, GwE (North Wales regional school improvement service) and Denbighshire County Council for their support in ensuring a positive inspection visit.