A headteacher has shared her delight after her school received the second highest Ofsted score.

Inspectors visited Woodingdean Primary School over two days in March and commended it, saying staff "recognise the importance of supporting pupils’ personal development" through a range of opportunities.

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It was rated outstanding for its early years provision, the highest possible score.

The Ofsted report said: "Children in the early years get off to the best start with endless opportunities to 'discover and do'."

It said children "adore the well thought out and ever-changing learning environment".

Headteacher Gemma Chumnansin said: "We are really delighted that we were good overall."

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Inspectors suggested pupils need to consistently build on their skills and knowledge across subjects with staff ensuring gaps in knowledge are addressed before moving on to new subjects.

Ms Chumnansin said: "We've been working really hard on all the targets since our last inspection in 2020 and we will still be moving on and developing things."

She joined as headteacher in 2021 and since then has added enriching activities to the curriculum such as a forest school and places where children with anxieties can go.

She added: "The community have supported us so much. From families to businesses, everyone comes together to make sure every child has the very best progress."

Ms Chumnansin said she feels "very lucky" to be working in the school, supported by a strong leadership body.

She added: "Parents are so pleased with the results. One told me that they 'knew the school was already' but to have it on paper was great."