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Glowing Estyn report for Pen-y-Fai Church in Wales Primary School
Monday 07 April 2025
During a recent Estyn inspection, the many strengths of Pen-y-Fai Church in Wales Primary School were identified by inspectors, who praised the “happy and vibrant” school especially for its inclusivity and Early Years’ provision.
Considered “excellent” and succeeding in developing “a firm foundation for future learning”, the school’s Early Years’ education provision was commended for encouraging the children’s curiosity and instinct to explore. Observation being key to planning activities that challenge and engage pupils, staff also use their keen and astute observations to adapt teaching strategies to accommodate learners.
Inspectors also noted how inclusivity is championed at the school, with leaders having a clear focus on improving outcomes for every learner, irrespective of pupils’ background and prior learning – contributing to a sense of belonging to the school’s warm and welcoming community.
Supportive, nurturing language used by staff when engaging with pupils positively impacts the children’s behaviour, and the ‘pupil voice’ work undertaken at the school creates opportunities for all children, including those with additional learning needs, to develop their leadership skills.
The Estyn report highlighted that there are robust procedures in place for evaluating the school’s strengths and areas for improvement, while shared responsibilities across the staff ensure that priorities are manageable and addressed promptly.
“We are all so pleased that the fantastic pupils and staff at Pen-y-Fai Church in Wales Primary School have received the recognition that they deserve. The school is such a happy, vibrant, welcoming and caring place, where the pupils are at the very centre of all that we do. For Estyn to recognise this, alongside the outstanding progress that our learners make due to the brilliant teaching that they receive, is great - it makes the leaders and governors at our school extremely proud.”
“Everyone at Pen-y-Fai Church in Wales Primary School should be extremely proud. Not only have they been praised for the teaching and learning standards, but most importantly, for the inclusivity of the school and how happy the children are within the setting. “I firmly believe that if children are happy, they will thrive. Well done all, the Estyn report is testimony to your commitment, dedication, but especially your care for every child, whatever their background or needs may be.”