Avalon School is an independent primary day school for boys and girls aged 4 to 11 years. It is accommodated in an attractive Victorian house built in 1890 and was converted into a school in 1929. The school is situated close to Caldy Village on the Wirral Peninsula. At present, there are 14 full-time pupils in the Reception class and 124 pupils in Key Stages 1 and 2. The nursery, for children aged 2 to 4 years, was inspected by the Early Years’ Inspectorate in January 2006. No pupils have a statement of special educational needs or require support for English as an additional language. The school is non-selective. The school’s main aim is to achieve ‘the highest academic standards and the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of Education’ Summary of main findings Avalon School is a good school where staff are committed to the academic and personal progress of the pupils. The small numbers of pupils in each class ensure all are valued as individuals. The quality of teaching is good with some outstanding features, and this inspires pupils to achieve well. The curriculum is broad and interesting so that pupils enjoy learning. Pupils have very good attitudes to their learning. Teachers provide good role models which promotes the school’s positive ethos. The school meets all of the regulations required for continued registration. The school is successful in meeting its aims. What the school does well:  it prepares the pupils successfully for the next stage of their education;  it provides a broad and relevant curriculum which is planned well;  it promotes excellent relationships throughout the school community;  it ensures the pupils’ very good behaviour;  it cares for its pupils conscientiously; and  it encourages and facilitates the pupils’ healthy life styles.