Kincaidston praised
Kincaidston Primary has been praised for the “quality of education and care” at both the school and early years centre.
The positive report from Education Scotland and the Care Inspectorate found the school was achieving‘ good’ performance ratings across the board, while the early years centre was classed as ‘ good’ to ‘ very good’ on all counts.
Inspectors published the findings after a recent visit to the school, which included discussions with parents, young people and staff.
As part of the process, evidence was gathered on the quality of leadership and management, learning provision, alongside young people’s success and achievements.
The inspection team found the following strengths in the school’s work:
A positive caring atmosphere across the school and the early years centre which is resulting in a calm learning environment for children.
across the school and early years centre are very positive, very well behaved and engaged in their learning.
range of support given to children who have additional support needs which is enabling them to make good progress in their learning.
flexible, nurturing early years setting that supports and motivates children to make good progress in their learning. The early years staff team are skilled and responsive in providing motivating play experiences.
The following areas for improvement were identified and discussed with the Head Teacher and a representative from South Ayrshire Council:
Staff should ensure that the information from tracking children’s progress is used to review and improve attainment at regular points through the year.
school develops a more consistent approach to assessment, working with other schools to ensure consistent standards.
Refresh the curriculum to ensure that it’s relevant to children’s needs and interests.
opportunities for leadership at all levels, as well as to share good practice across the school.
Council education spokeswoman Councillor Margaret Toner said: “I’m proud of all the hard work behind this latest glowing report for Kincaidston, which highlights the positive work that goes on every single day.
“The inspectors were pleased with the culture they found at both the school and Early Years Centre, and also found that children were engaged in their daily routines.
“We’re committed to providing equal opportunities in South Ayrshire and Kincaidston’s a great example of somewhere that goes the extra mile to help give our children and young people the best possible start in their formal education.”