LAPFORD School was recently inspected by OFSTED and the school is delighted to share that it continues to be rated as Good.

The quality of teaching at Lapford is good and children’s development was quoted as being “good and at times rapid”.

The report said: “As a result of leaders’ actions, the work of current pupils shows that they are making good progress in developing their mathematical knowledge, understanding and skills.”

It said that in EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage), children’s learning journals showed that most are making good progress in writing.

“Some have made rapid progress from being unable to form letters at the start of the year to being able to write simple sentences in the space of one term.”

The school says it is proud that it was commented that “Lapford Community Primary School is a positive and nurturing learning environment”.

At the last inspection, it was also noted that community links are strong. When asked what the best thing about the school is, one pupil commented: “We are all friends.” This view was shared by other pupils.

Clare Wilmott, Head of School said: “We are delighted that the strengths of our safe and nurturing school are recognised and we look forward to continuing the journey and building on our success.”

“Congratulations to all the staff and volunteers at Lapford School for your recent ‘Good’ Ofsted inspection. Thank you for your continued dedication to support and encourage our children and provide a happy and positive learning environment,” said Laura Mills, parent.

“We love this school and what you all do and wanted to say thank you to you all. We have no doubts that this is a fantastic school, the children are very happy here,” said Dave Gardner, parent.

“We are all friends and care for each other,” said Evie Lansdell, Year 2 pupil.

“We’ve got lovely teachers,” said Year 3 pupil Skye Elston.

“We feel safe and can be ourselves at Lapford,” said Year 4 pupil Ferdy Dickinson.

“Everyone makes learning fun at Lapford,” said Year 5 pupil Emily Passmore.

“Lapford School is a real part of the community and there is a fabulous sense of school and family coming together,” said parent Karen Garton.

“It’s more like a family than a school,” said Malaika Kigongo, who is now a Year 9 pupil at Chulmleigh Community College.

Alan Quick