A primary school near Alsager has been rated 'outstanding' in its latest Ofsted report. 

Pupils, staff and governors at Rode Heath Primary School are celebrating - after the school's exceptional achievement following their recent Ofsted inspection. 

It was graded 'Outstanding' in all areas, including early years provision. The inspection, which took place over two days, scrutinised various aspects of the school's operations, including the quality of education, leadership and management, behaviour and attitudes, and personal development. 

Rode Heath Primary School excelled in each category, showcasing its dedication to academic excellence, exemplary leadership, and the holistic development of its pupils. 

The report describes "the highly ambitious curriculum, which enables pupils to flourish". 

"The curriculum is delivered by "highly trained staff . . . with expertise and enthusiasm," says the report. Throughout the report, praise is given to the pupils whose 'behaviour is exemplary in lessons and at playtimes. 

"They strive to live up to the school's values of fairness, resilience, teamwork and curiosity." 

The report says: "Pupils are extremely happy in school. They never want to miss a day. This contributes to their high rates of attendance. 

"Pupils' behaviour is exemplary in lessons and at play times. They strive to live up to the school's values of fairness, resilience, teamwork and curiosity. 

"Pupils said that they have a strong voice in school and that they use this to stand up for what is right. 

"Pupils, and their parents and carers, said that they feel proud and fortunate to be a part of this welcoming school. 

"Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), seize every opportunity to learn something new. For example, they relish taking part in the wide variety of after-school clubs on offer, such as yoga, coding, choir and engineering. 

"Pupils, including those with SEND, achieve exceptionally well. They more than rise to the school's high expectations of their academic achievement. Pupils have a real thirst to learn more each and every day. 

"Pupils leave the school at the end of Year 6 as knowledgeable and thoughtful individuals. They are extremely well prepared for the demands of secondary school." 

Headteacher, John Frankland, said: "I would like to congratulate every member of our dedicated team at the school on this glowing report. 

"The school is very fortunate to have such a wonderful team of professionals, who go above and beyond to create an environment where pupils want to do well and feel cared for." 

A link to the Ofsted report is here

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