Renfrewshire Council

The school and nursery were inspected on learning, teaching and assessment and raising attainment and achievement. The nursery achieved two Very Good grades and the school one Very Good and one Good grade. The report noted how confident inspectors are that the school has capacity to continually improve.

Inspectors praised the strong, positive learning environment and the high levels of engagement children show in their learning.

Nursery children are described as motivated, curious, and eager to explore and learn. They have a stimulating and exciting environment and are developing well in their skills for life and learning.

Primary pupils know how well they are doing at school and are confident in discussing their learning and planning next steps.

Staff and senior leaders were commended for knowing their children well and ensuring children with additional support needs get the support they need at the right time.

Jane Houston, head teacher of Mossvale Primary and ELCC, said: "We are delighted with our very positive inspection report. It captures our school and ELCC perfectly as an inclusive community built on respect, positive relationships, nurture and has high aspirations for all.

"It clearly shows how children are at the heart of everything we do and Pupil Voice in their learning is recognised as good practice to be shared wider.

"The staff team are highly skilled and committed to improving outcomes for every child in our school community and I am so proud to be the head teacher of Mossvale Primary and ELCC."

Councillor Emma Rodden, convener of Renfrewshire Council's Education and Children's Services Policy Board, praised the positive report. She said: "This is a fantastic result for Mossvale Primary and the nursery class. These inspection grades reflect the dedication of staff and the enthusiasm of pupils, who together create a vibrant and supportive learning environment.

"Getting such high grades is testament to the work this school has done to provide the best educational experiences for children. I'm incredibly proud of the team at Mossvale and of the wider success we're seeing across Renfrewshire's schools."

Janie O'Neill, director of Children's Services for Renfrewshire Council, added: "I am delighted to see such a positive inspection result for Mossvale Primary and Nursery Class.  Mossvale is rightly proud of not only the grades but also the comments made in the report which reflects so positively on the children and the staff team. Well done to the head teacher and all involved."

Media release published Thursday 12 June 2025.