AN INDEPENDENT school in Rossendale has been rated as good by the education watchdog Ofsted.
Woodlands School in Edenfield, which caters for pupils with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, was praised for its teaching and positive school environment.
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Lead inspector Shellie Barcroft said: “Pupils’ attendance here is excellent and they are able to learn and make progress.
“Strong teamwork contributes to a nurturing and caring environment.
“All staff know the pupils very well and are very sensitive to the needs of all pupils.
“Leaders and managers are ambitious to create a positive school environment where pupils can progress exceptionally well both personally and academically.”
However the report report added: “Behaviour and attitudes in school are not yet outstanding. Induction procedures for new staff and ways to help them develop their skills in improving pupils’ behaviour are not yet fully embedded.”
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