PUPILS at St Monica's Catholic Primary School in Appleton have celebrated their latest Ofsted report in the best way possible.

After receiving a 'good' rating in the first inspection carried out since July 2012, students were treated to a visit from an ice cream van to indulge in some tasty treats.

Prior to the release of the report an inspector observed lessons and looked at pupils' books across each year group.

An examination and discussion into the range of documentation related to the progress of those at the school, on St Monica's Close, and safeguarding measures in place was also carried out.

In the report acting head teacher Annette Norman was praised for helping to 'maintain the good quality' of education in the school.

It said: "You and your colleagues have succeeded in doing this, even during the leadership changes that have happened over the last nine months. "Parents are very appreciative of the way that, as acting headteacher, you have ensured continuity in the life of the school.

"The school has also made considerable strides in the other areas for improvement identified in the last report.

"Leaders have involved parents more closely in the life of the school, developed the skills of middle leaders and improved the monitoring and quality of teaching.

"External tests and the school's own records show that, although standards compare well with other schools locally and nationally, pupils' achievement is not consistent across subjects and year groups.

"You and the governors are fully aware of this and your development plans focus specifically on the areas where improvement is most needed."