Lytham St Annes Mayfield Primary School pupils are keen to be in '96% gang' and have see huge attendance boost

Children keen to become members of the "96 per cent gang" have boosted attendance at a primary school, says a government inspection team.

Ofsted inspectors visited Lytham St Annes Mayfield Primary and found a school full of well-performing behaviour and with "excellent" behaviour.

The inspection at the school, on St Leonard's Road East, revealed the "96 per cent gang" was made up of the primary's best attendees.

Lead inspector Rebecca Jewitt said in her report: "Leaders promote the importance of attending school regularly.

"This ensures that pupils benefit from the high-quality education and experiences that the school offers.

"Pupils are keen to be part of the 96 per cent gang.

"Persistent absence, which is carefully tracked by leaders, is below the national average.

"Enjoying school and having opportunities to be successful mean that pupils want to attend the school regularly"

Pupils' behaviour also came in for praise, with inspectors noting that youngsters "strive to demonstrate the characteristics of the 'Mayfield Charter'".

The report said: "Pupils' behaviour around the school is excellent.

"They have highly positive attitudes to learning and are incredibly supportive of one another.

"Children learn in a calm and purposeful environment. pupils are respectful towards each other and adults.

"They show mature approaches to resolving conflict with each other. Bullying and other forms of harassment are not tolerated. If they occur, they are dealt with quickly and effectively."

Children were said to be "proud" of the 232-pupil school and were "industrious" in the classroom.

The inspectors concluded: "They are eager to come to school in the morning, anticipating the day ahead.

"The warm relationships that pupils build with both staff and each other help them to feel important.

"Pupils feel well care for, valued and protected in this safe haven."