Pitlochry High School lauded for “calm, positive and inclusive environment” by education watchdog

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Pitlochry High School has been lauded for its “calm, positive and inclusive environment” for pupils following a recent inspection.School children were also described as “polite and respectful” in light of Education Scotland’s visit in April.A number of strengths across the school were highlighted in an inspection report published on June 27.The school was rated as ‘good’ for ensuring wellbeing, equality and inclusion, and also for raising attainment and achievement.The institution was assessed against four key quality indicators and was also considered to have a ‘satisfactory’ leadership of change, and also rated as ‘satisfactory’ in learning, teaching and assessment.Education Scotland concluded from the report the school had: “A calm, positive and inclusive environment for learning.“This is supported by senior leaders and all staff who provide a warm and caring ethos, shown clearly in the interactions between all members of the school community.“Children and young people are polite and respectful.

They enjoy being at the school and are attaining and achieving well.“All staff are committed to monitoring and evaluating the work of the school.

This is improving learners` experiences across the school.“The work of the whole school community to ensure children and young people are knowledgeable about their rights, and the rights of others.”Areas for improvement have been identified and discussed with the headteacher and Perth and Kinross Council’s Education and Children’s Services, and are being taken forward.These are: “To continue with plans to involve the whole school community in refreshing the vision, values and aims of Pitlochry High School.“Senior leaders should continue to develop approaches to improvement planning.“