LEIGH CE Junior School is attractive, vibrant and a good school according to education watchdogs.

For the second time in a row teachers, pupils, parents and governors at the Henrietta Street school are celebrating success following a recent Ofsted inspection which labelled it "a good school that provides value for money."

The report into the 357 pupil school concludes: "The overwhelming majority of pupils work hard and maintain high levels of concentration.

"They are keen to learn and take great pride in the presentation of their work."

Inspectors highlighted good quality of teaching, the strong sense of purpose and direction and the fact that all the adults are good role models and encourage pupils to behave well at all times -- as just some of the reasons behind its success.

They reported: "The overall impression of the school is one of attractiveness and vibrancy. Classrooms and other areas of the school are maintained in stimulating and interesting environments. The school is full of eye-catching displays of pupils' work, much of it of a very high standard."

Built in 1841, Leigh Juniors' is part of the town's successful Education Action Zone (EAZ). The report congratulated the EAZ for its impact on achievements.

Now the school will receive a Certificate of Merit from the Manchester Diocese to mark the outstanding achievements of everyone involved.

Delighted Headteacher Brian Fawcett said : "I would like to pay tribute to everyone's hard work which has resulted in such a complimentary report."

"It is extremely rewarding to read that the Ofsted Inspection team recognise that this is a very special place for children to learn."