OFSTED inspectors have praised Horrabridge Primary School after their recent inspection carried out just days into the beginning of this term.
Areas picked out for praise included art and display, personal and social development and the 'high standard' of accommodation.
The inspectors also congratulated the school on areas which have improved since the last inspection, notably in investigative science which is now seen as a strength and in information technology where equipment and staff expertise have improved as well as the children's skills.
The inspection team found good features in English and maths, with Key Stage 2 tests showing improvements in all three core subjects, even though the year in question had a higher than usual number of pupils with special educational needs.
The report praised reception class provision as 'good' and said 'pupils work and play well together and behaviour outside the classroom is good'.
Martin Iddon, headteacher, said: 'It was an unusual way to begin a new academic year, but I am pleased with the final report, which affirms our continuing improvement.
'Everyone involved responded really positively to the inspection and I am very grateful for this magnificent team effort.'
Sally Pike, new chair of governors, said: 'The governors are pleased with our report and I think our three new members of staff deserve a special vote of thanks for their response to the inspection, after only three days in their new teaching and support assistant roles.'
Areas where improvement could be made include monitoring of teaching, assessment of pupil attainment for planning teacher and the recognition and celebration of children's achievements.