Pupils, staff and parents of Ralston Primary School and early learning and childcare class (ELCC) are celebrating a positive inspection report.
Education Scotland graded the Paisley school as ‘very good’ for learning, teaching, assessment, attainment and achievement. The nursery class was graded as ‘good’ for learning, teaching, assessment and children’s progress.
The inspection team said senior leaders and staff worked very well together to ensure a strong culture of positive relationships across both primary and nursery. This, it is said, resulted in confident and articulate children who are motivated, independent and able to work in teams for their learning.
Approaches taken to raise attainment in reading and writing are considered effective, with kids making strong progress in English and literacy.
There is high-quality learning through play experiences, the report continues, in both primary one and two classes – with teachers planning exciting activities that allowed children to develop their curiosity and creativity.
Achievements of pupils and both the school and nursery are encouraged and celebrated by the head teacher and staff who make sure as many youngsters as possible benefit from the enriching experiences.
Jillian McGown, head teacher of Ralston Primary School and ELCC, told the Paisley Daily Express: “We are absolutely delighted with our inspection report and the recognition of a strong culture of positive relationships across the school, resulting in children being confident, articulate, motivated, co-operative and independent in their learning.
“This has been possible through the hard work of staff and support we receive from our families. We will continue to build on the good practice highlighted in the report as we focus on providing excellent experiences for our pupils.”
Councillor Emma Rodden, convener of Renfrewshire Council’s education and children’s services policy board, added: “I’m delighted that Ralston Primary has been recognised in this positive inspection report. These grades are the result of a lot of hard work and effort by teaching and school staff, pupils and families all working together to create an enriching learning experience for children.
“The strength of leadership in the school and the focus on celebrating achievements across both school and nursery are vitally important to helping our young people thrive.”
Janie O’Neill, the council’s director of children’s services, added: “This positive inspection result is a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone in the school.”
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