A primary school has been rated as “outstanding” by Ofsted in all areas.

High Halstow Primary Academy in Medway is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, and teaches 210 children from the age of four to 11.

Inspectors said pupils are highly motivated and engaged in learning and that staff teach learning behaviours and routines.

The report said there is an “unwavering thread” of respect for others that runs throughout the school and bullying is not tolerated.

It stated: “Pupils are confident that leaders would ‘intervene in a flash’ if bullying occurred.”

Inspectors found pupils are excited about their learning and a “learning buzz” is present at the school, which is part of Leigh Academies Trust.

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective and pupils have “absolute trust” in their teachers to keep them safe, said the report.

Staff teach pupils how to behave through clear routines and children know what is expected of them, it added.

The report describes the school as exceptional “in every way” and says leaders have a “relentless ambition” for every pupil to achieve highly.

“This is a testament to the ambition we have for every pupil to reach their full potential...”

The inspection took place on June 20 and 21. High Halstow’s last rating was “good”.

Principal Gemma Stangroom said: “We are overjoyed with the outstanding rating in every area.

“This is a testament to the ambition we have for every pupil to reach their full potential.

“Our staff’s extensive subject knowledge and deep understanding of the curriculum content have been recognised and this is a reflection of their hard work and commitment.

“I am extremely proud of our pupils’ excitement about their learning, which permeates the entire school and is a true testament to the learning culture we have established.

“We are honoured to receive this recognition, but we will continue to strive for excellence in everything we do to ensure all of our pupils continue to thrive.”

Leigh Academies Trust CEO, Simon Beamish, said: “This is a remarkable achievement for High Halstow Primary Academy.

“We are extremely proud of the journey High Halstow Primary Academy has taken since it joined the Trust...”

“The report highlights our commitment to high expectations for every pupil underpinned by our International Baccalaureate curriculum framework.

“The ‘learning buzz’ that permeates the entire school is a testament to the passion of the staff and the overall success of this inspection is a true reflection of their expertise and dedication to continually go the extra mile for their pupils.

“We are extremely proud of the journey High Halstow Primary Academy has taken since it joined the trust in January 2019.”