A primary school in Clyst St George has been on the receiving end of an incredibly glowing SIAMS report.

Lady Seaward’s CE Primary School is "living up to its foundation as a Church school".

That is according to a recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) report by the Church of England.

The report praises the primary school for providing "a stimulating learning environment in a very special building."

It notes a "strong Christian vision" supported by the First Federation Trust and offers commendation for outstanding pastoral care and excellent outreach to families.

Parents are said to "speak enthusiastically of the Church school ethos and its impact in terms of [being] a caring community and moral guidance."

The pupils of Lady Seaward’s are recognised for being "confident, reflective learners" who "behave well and are very considerate".

Exmouth Journal: Lady Seaward’s CE Primary School is "living up to its foundation as a Church school"

The head of Lady Seaward’s CE Primary, Michala Firth, said: "We are very proud of the latest SIAMS report and everything it recognises.

"We are lucky to have some wonderful, caring pupils who fulfil our Christian values on a daily basis through initiatives such as the local food bank, the 'friendship bench' which ensures no-one feels excluded in the playground, and extensive charitable work."

She added: "Our school exists because of the aspiration of Lady Seaward and the local church to support parish children in their academic and spiritual development.

"We are very aware of our history and the legacy that the local community is still benefitting from today.

"As educators, we are constantly reflecting and exploring how we support and develop spiritual growth across all subjects."

Finally, the report highlights the aid from First Federation Trust, a multi-academy trust of 21 primary schools across Devon and west Dorset.

It noes that it has "strong leadership enabling staff to flourish and feel valued", which facilitated the development of comprehensive care and a new nursery accepting children from two years old.