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East Kilbride primary praised after HMIE inspection
Summary
His Majesty's Inspectorate of Education inspected Hunter Primary in September and rated the school 'very good' for leadership for change and for ensuring wellbeing, equality and inclusion, and 'good' for learning, teaching and assessment.
Content
Hunter Primary in East Kilbride received a positive inspection report from His Majesty's Inspectorate of Education (HMIE). Inspectors visited the school in September as part of a national programme of primary inspections and the HMIE report was published on November 4. Councillors heard details of the findings at the East Kilbride Area Committee on February 2. The inspection considered leadership, learning and teaching, wellbeing, equality and inclusion, and raising attainment and achievement.
Inspection findings:
- HMIE awarded the school "very good" for leadership for change and for ensuring wellbeing, equality and inclusion.
- The school received a "good" rating for learning, teaching and assessment, and for raising attainment and achievement.
- Inspectors highlighted a strong sense of community, positive relationships, and pupils who are enthusiastic, motivated and proud of their school.
- The report praised head teacher Gary Campbell and the staff for fostering pupil voice and embedding the school's values.
- HMIE noted staff have a strong focus on nurture, inclusion and wellbeing and that children and families report feeling well supported.
- Inspectors identified areas for continued improvement, including further use of evidence in planning and developing a shared understanding of pupils' achievements in literacy and numeracy.
Summary:
The report affirms strengths in leadership, nurture and community at Hunter Primary and recognises a range of learning opportunities and support for pupils. HMIE noted that the school is already incorporating recommended improvements into its planning, expressed confidence that priorities will be taken forward effectively, and stated that no further inspection visits are required in connection with this report.
