Guernsey education report 'broadly positive'

The last time Guernsey education was inspected was in 2011

An independent report into Guernsey's education system was broadly positive but found a need to improve inclusion.

The report, produced by Education Scotland, was commissioned by the Guernsey Education Department.

Director of Education Alan Brown said the inspection led to staff taking the time to review their own practices to find ways to improve.

Education minister, Deputy Robert Sillars, said progress had already been made in improving attendance rates.

The minister said: "I am very pleased with the report, it is a work in progress and we still have work to do but it is nice to have an external group tell us we are on the right track.

"I have never been inspected before and was nervous, but I find I welcomed it by the end."

Ambitious vision

The independent assessment recognises steps taken since 2011 to improve young people's achievements throughout their learning.

It found the department's key strengths include a clear and ambitious vision, arrangements for tracking progress and a commitment to ensuring improvement.

Strong partnerships with other external agencies were also praised.

It did find the department needs to develop more effective ways of engaging with parents, staff and young people.

Guernsey education should also improve approaches to inclusion to help everyone reach their potential and improve further leadership of the department.