A primary school in the Lake District has been rated as Good in its most recent Ofsted inspection.

Goodly Dale Primary School was visited by Ofsted inspectors in early October and has been rated as Good across the board in their report, published on November 11.

The Cumbrian school currently has 78 pupils on its roster, with pupils aged between three and 11.

The report states: "Pupils flourish at this small, friendly school. Staff are extremely caring and there is a strong sense of family and belonging. Pupils of all ages get along very well together. Pupils feel confident to be themselves in the school’s supportive atmosphere. Pupils are happy and feel safe.

"Pupils are proud of their school and demonstrate a willingness to succeed. They work hard to meet the school’s high expectations for their learning. Typically, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well.

"Pupils behave well. They are respectful of others and know that it is important to make everyone feel included, regardless of any differences that they have. In the early years, children settle quickly into school routines and get along well together.

"The school has developed a broad, ambitious curriculum that successfully meets the needs of pupils, including those with SEND. In most subjects, the school has carefully considered what pupils should learn, starting from the beginning of the early years. However, in a small number of subjects the school has not clearly set out what pupils should learn in each year. In these subjects, pupils do not remember as much as they should.

"In most subjects, teachers deliver the curriculum well. They select appropriate activities to help pupils learn and remember important information. Pupils enjoy learning. Children in the early years acquire the skills and knowledge that they need and are well prepared for Year 1.

"Pupils demonstrate positive behaviour. The school is usually calm and purposeful. Learning typically proceeds without interruption. Pupils know that positive behaviour is expected each day. The school provides strong support for a small number of pupils who need help to manage their own behaviour."