A Southampton school where pupils are 'very well supported emotionally and academically' has been given a glowing report by Ofsted.

Hollybrook Junior School continues to be a good school, according to the schools inspector, who visited in June to reconfirm the school's grading five years ago.

The report reads: "Pupils take great pride in being part of the Hollybrook community. They are happy and secure and learn well, in a tolerant and inclusive school, where every pupil is important."

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Inspectors found that 'pupils work with their teachers to reach the high expectations set in the school' and 'there are high levels of mutual respect between pupils and staff'.

The report adds: "Pupils feel cared for and safe because they trust the adults who look after them. Parents describe staff as caring and supportive.

"Pupils know that there is always someone to talk to if they have a concern or worry. Pupils of all abilities have excellent attitudes to their learning.

"They behave well and work collaboratively, enjoying learning with their friends.

"They try hard to meet the challenges set by their teachers and do so with stamina and perseverance.

"Pupils achieve high standards in reading, reflecting the important priority this is given in the school."

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Headteacher Marcella Dobson told the Daily Echo she was delighted with the report and felt it captured the strengths within the school very well.

She added: "I feel privileged to be able to serve such a wonderful school community. The children at Hollybrook are delightful and I am incredibly proud of all their achievements.

"The inspection was very fair and the process was very smooth. I feel that the inspector recognised our work in ensuring strong reading outcomes and developing pupil voice; we really value what our pupils bring to the school and want them to feel an integral part of school improvement.

"I’d like to thank our pupils, Governors and parents for their commitment to making the school such a special place; as well as the staff, and Trustees who work incredibly hard to ensure the children are given the opportunities they deserve."

The 240-pupil school, in Seagarth Lane, is part of the Hamwic Educational Trust.