Llangors Church in Wales Primary School

20 December 2024

A team of senior education officers will work with a Powys primary school following a disappointing Estyn inspection, the county council has confirmed.

Officers from Powys County Council, including school improvement officers, will support Llangors Church in Wales Primary School after it was placed in 'special measures' by Estyn following a recent inspection.

Estyn noted that "pupils' attitudes to their learning are a strength of the school" and that "nearly all pupils behave well, concentrate for extended periods of time, and try their best, even when they get stuck".  However, inspectors were of the opinion that special measures are required.

The report and recommendations, which have been accepted by both the school and the council, will form the basis of a joint and detailed action plan to address key areas requiring improvement.

Council officers, the school and its governing body will work together to identify reasons for the inspection outcome and to deliver the improvements that are required. Staff, pupils and parents will be fully supported during the improvement journey.

Cllr Pete Roberts, Powys County Council's Cabinet Member for a Learning Powys, said: "This is extremely disappointing but not unexpected news.

"We fully recognise Estyn's description of Llangors Church in Wales Primary School and the areas for improvement that they have identified. This inspection report gives clear guidance on what is needed to secure the necessary improvements.

"We will work closely with the school's senior leaders to make this happen as we begin this improvement journey and address the recommendations put forward by Estyn."

Liz Griffiths, Chair of Governors at Llangors Church in Wales Primary School, said: "We are obviously disappointed with the outcome of the report, but we fully accept the findings and recommendations.

"There were many positive aspects identified in the report by the inspectors and we are determined to make the necessary changes to areas highlighted which will enable us to improve outcomes for all our learners.

"I want to reassure our whole school community that our improvement journey is already underway and we are fully committed to addressing these recommendations.

"Together with the council, we have already begun working on a detailed improvement plan to ensure that we make progress that will lead to improved outcomes for all our learners."

To view the inspection report visit www.estyn.gov.wales