Positive turnaround for Norwich school

TdaNews Direct
Published: 12 May, 2008

A school in Norwich has undergone a positive turnaround its latest Ofsted inspection has confirmed.

St Michael's VA Junior School was put into special measures when Ofsted visited it less than ten years ago, but has now been given a grade one rating, which is the highest any school can achieve, reports the Norwich Evening News.

Headteacher Helen Newell told the paper: "Everyone at St Michael's is delighted with the report. It reflects the hard work and commitment of a very dedicated team and enthusiastic children.

"We aim to provide high quality learning opportunities to all and this report proves that we are successful in doing so. I hope that, like me, the whole of Bowthorpe is very proud of the school."

In related news, a Government scheme to help struggling young readers improve has proved to be a success, reports the BBC.

Reading Recovery gives pupils aged six the chance to receive special coaching from teachers for 30 minutes on a daily basis for 12 to 20 weeks.