LAKERS School is no longer under notice to improve and has made great strides in teaching English and Mathematics, Ofsted inspectors say after their recent visit.

An earlier Ofsted report had noted weaknesses in these subjects, but the new report says: "Since the last inspection, the school has made progress in improving students' achievement so that it is now satisfactory."

The inspectors add: "Current students are making satisfactory and accelerating progress over time in both mathematics and English. The level of underachievement from previous years is reducing rapidly."

Students "enjoyed being at school" and there was a rapidly improving rate of attendance.

Although the school was below national averages in achieving some of the top GCSE grades, the school was taking robust measures to takle the problems.

Headteacher at Lakers, Alison Elliot, said: "We're delighted that the improvements we've put in place have been recognised. The comments about accelerated student progress and the really good relationships across the school are great news."