An Oxford primary school which once had serious weaknesses is celebrating high praise from Ofsted in its latest report.

St Nicholas' Primary School in Old Marston was described by inspectors as a good and improving school with a "welcoming, inclusive and harmonious community that nurtures pupils' excellent personal development through good care, support and guidance".

The 287-pupil primary in Raymund Road has made huge strides since it was in Ofsted's serious weaknesses category seven years ago.

Inspectors, who visited last month, found strong teaching, good achievement, an imaginative curriculum and a high level of satisfaction among parents.

To improve further, the school was advised to challenge the more able pupils in Years One and Two and ensure assessment is used consistently.

The report said: "The school provides an excellent innovative and imaginative curriculum that develops pupils' understanding and appreciation of other cultures and nationalities.

"This exciting and motivating provision is one of the aspects of the school that pupils say they particularly value."

It continued: "Good provision in the Foundation Stage means that children get a good start to their school life and achieve well."

Headteacher Sarah Willows said: "We are really pleased with the report as it seems to celebrate the uniqueness of our school.

"It is wonderful that Ofsted has recognised that our creative curriculum, along with the personal development and well-being of the children is outstanding.

"We are all very proud of the fact that Ofsted described our school as a welcoming, inclusive and harmonious community.

"Every member of the team is committed to this so that all of our children, whether they have Special Educational Needs, or are in the early stages of learning English, or are very able, can achieve their full potential."