Didcot's newest primary school received a special birthday present with a praiseworthy report from an education inspection team.

Much had been achieved since Ladygrove Park opened at Didcot's new Ladygrove estates two years ago.

The report by Ofsted inspectors said the governing body, headteacher David Burrows and staff had won the confidence of parents and established effective links with them.

The inspectors said: "From the time children enter the school in the nursery or reception class, they are very effectively encouraged to work together or when appropriate independently.

"Throughout the school, pupils show a real interest and enthusiasm for their lessons and gain confidence in their own ability to learn."

In more than three-quarters of the lessons observed by the inspection team, pupils were well-behaved.

The report said that most children were developing good work habits, although some did not take enough care with the standard of presentation.

The inspectors cited for special commendation the teaching and learning provided for the youngest pupils, good relationships between staff and pupils, as well as the use of the latest computer technology throughout the school.

Mr Burrows, who has been at Ladygrove Park from the start, said the school had received "probably the best present it could on its second birthday with the publication of an impressive first report from Ofsted".

Mr Burrows added: "Ofsted has also identified areas where we can make further improvements, but much of this work is already in hand."

Capt John Flood, chairman of governors, said "The governing body is proud to have been involved in turning a green field into a flourishing school."