A RYEDALE primary school has been named as one of the best in the country.
An exceptional number of seven to 11-year-old pupils at Hovingham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School achieved above-average scores for their age in the areas of numeracy, literacy and science. Of the 13 children at Hovingham who were eligible for their SATs (Standard Assessment Tests) last year, 11 achieved level five in English, with eight getting a five in maths and science. The expected level of achievement is level four.
"We have been very fortunate to have a fairly generous staffing ratio and have very talented teachers," said head teacher Susan Wainwright, explaining the secret behind the school's success.
"It's about a partnership between parents teachers and children working together."
One of the pupils sat the test a year early and achieved level five in all three core subjects. All the pupils achieved their level four or above in English and science and 92 per cent in maths. The results ranked North Yorkshire the 17th best local education authority in the country.
Updated: 11:38 Saturday, December 13, 2003
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