THE FUTURE is looking bright for Trevisker School at St Eval with an influx of new pupils and a glowing Ofsted report.

Just last year head teacher Ros Adams feared that the withdrawal of the US Navy from RAF St Mawgan could have dire consequences.

At its peak the school had more than 280 pupils which dropped to as low as 126. Three staff at the school were made redundant and there were fears more jobs could be lost.

However, things are looking up for the primary which now has seen an extra 36 pupils on its roll since September.

In its latest Ofsted report it was deemed a good school overall with outstanding for the effectiveness of care, guidance and support.

In a letter to pupils the Ofsted lead inspector Joyce Cox said that the team had enjoyed visiting the school and that the pupils had made good progress and reached above average standards. It continued to say that the pupils' behaviour was good and they worked hard and played very happily together, they are taught well and the lessons are fun and interesting.

The Ofsted report states: "This is a good school where pupils are happy, work hard and achieve well. Parents and carers are pleased with the school, especially with the excellent quality of care. One commented: "This is a fantastic school. It provides a very caring environment coupled with discipline and learning."

The report went on: "Staff also give outstanding support to all pupils, including those who find learning difficult and those who are vulnerable. Pupils' behaviour is good and they feel safe in school. There are good procedures for protecting pupils from harm."

Mrs Adams, who has taught at the school for more than 20 years, was also praised for being a good leader and together with the staff manages the school well.

She said: "Staff and governors at Trevisker Community Primary School are delighted that Ofsted inspectors have recognised us as a good school. As this is my first Ofsted inspection since becoming head teacher here, I am particularly pleased that all the hard work from staff, governors, parents and pupils has been officially recognised.

"Since September we have welcomed 22 reception and 14 other new pupils into the school and our numbers continue to rise. With the start of renovation and leasing of the local housing estate currently taking place the future is looking bright."