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Acton School in Top Twenty
A school in Acton has been named as one of the top 20 outstanding primary schools 'excelling against the odds' in an Ofsted report published on Friday.
Berrymede Junior School in Osborne Road, has been rated as outstanding during challenging circumstances and in the report, it described how pupils 'reach standards that are above average' with 'English standards particularly impressive taking into account the number of pupils who speak other languages at home'.
The report also highlighted how pupils come to Berrymede with a 'spring in their step' and leave the school as 'very mature, sensible and responsible young people'.
Headteacher of Berrymede Junior School, Lubna Khan said: "Our school sustains a secure, safe and happy environment which is clearly appreciated by our children.
"Our school has a clear vision and the ethos centres on high expectations of all pupils, where we aim to develop the whole child.
"Pupils respond with a drive and enthusiasm to succeed whilst also taking full advantage of extra curricular opportunities provided by our dedicated staff."
The 20 schools from across England, each serving communities where pupils come from poorer backgrounds, were recognised for seeking to improve the curriculum and challenging every child.
Her Majesty's Chief Inspector, Christine Gilbert said: "Through their passion and professionalism these schools provide great service to disadvantaged communities.
"They show other schools how they can reduce the achievement gap between pupils from different backgrounds.
"Children are treated as individuals and have the support and expectation to achieve and staff are passionate about finding ways of doing things better, with a relentless focus on progress in children's learning."
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