ELLWOOD Community Primary School has been recognised for putting creativity at the centre of everyday learning after receiving a prestigious Artsmark Silver Award.

Forest of Dean MP Matt Bishop visited the school last week to join pupils and staff for their morning Celebration Assembly, where the award was officially acknowledged.

He said he was struck by how strongly the arts are embedded across the curriculum, with children eagerly sharing the projects they have taken part in as part of the school’s Artsmark journey.

Artsmark is the creative quality standard for schools and education settings, awarded by Arts Council England, recognising their commitment to high-quality arts and cultural education.

During the assembly, Mr Bishop also presented congratulatory gifts to the top five pup

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