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2nd September 2004

MP Praises Primary Pupils for Excellent Test Results

Northavon MP Steve Webb has today congratulated South Gloucestershire's children on achieving an excellent set of Key Stage 2 results this year.

The results for the English and Maths tests sat by 11 year olds last term have been praised in a letter from School Standards Minister, David Miliband MP, as "amongst the most improved this year", in comparison with the rest of the country.

Commenting on the achievement, Steve Webb MP said:

"I want to congratulate pupils, teachers and parents across South Gloucestershire on an excellent year's results. Our authority already has a reputation for high performance, and the fact that we are also one of the fastest improving areas is a real tribute to the commitment and dedication of everyone involved.

"Part of South Gloucestershire's success rests in the diversity of its educational provision, from the large schools in our towns, to our equally excellent small village schools. I hope that this strength in diversity will continue to be celebrated in years to come."