Rich variety of learning at school with high expectations

They have published their report after visiting earlier this year and say staff ensure that all pupils have access to a broad range of opportunities that engage their interest, stimulate their curiosity and develop their skills, knowledge and understanding well.

The report states: "Because of this, most pupils enjoy their time in school and show a high degree of enthusiasm in lessons.

"Teachers, across the school, provide an appropriate level of support and challenge that ensures most pupils make strong progress in developing their skills over time.

"Staff have established positive relationships with parents and with partners in the local community. They build on these to enrich the curriculum beneficially.

"The school makes good use of its grounds and local area to develop pupils' understanding of the environment and of their Welsh heritage and identity.

"Staff promote the Welsh language well and foster pupils' positive attitudes towards speaking Welsh.

"Leaders and teachers set high expectations for themselves and for pupils' progress and attitudes to learning. As result, pupils' behaviour is exemplary and all members of the staff team demonstrate strong professional commitment to their role.

"Leaders and governors set a clear direction for the school's development. They focus beneficially on securing consistently effective teaching and have created a climate where all staff collaborate effectively to develop their practice further."

Headteacher Alison Williams said: "We could not be more delighted and I'm so proud of everyone at our school."

Chair of Governors Alison Seabourne said: "We are immensely proud of the whole team at Penyrheol and all that has been achieved."

Swansea Council's Cabinet Member for Education, Robert Smith, added: "I would like to congratulate staff, pupils and all associated with Penyrheol Primary for all the work they do which has been recognised in this very positive inspection report."