A Bolton school has been placed in the top 25 per cent of schools nationally - for pupil attendance.

Rivington and Blackrod School received the National School Attendance Award by the Fisher Family Trust.

The school says it has been working hard to support the attendance of its pupils, adding 'good school attendance is crucial for the learning and exam success of students" as well as ensuring that they are "actively involved in fantastic extracurricular activities, trips and experiences available in school".

In a statement added: "As a school, we genuinely appreciate the support of all our parents/carers  in ensuring that students are in school to minimise lost learning due to absence.

"We have been working closely with our pastoral team and alongside the Department for Education (DFE) as part of the Attendance Hub programme.

"Additionally, we are instigating an exciting national project with ImpactEd to survey the students on their attitudes toward school and exploring ways to enhance their engagement with all aspects of school life.

"We’re delighted to share that the hard work of staff, students and parents has been recognised this week by Fisher Family Trust for ranking in the top 25% nationally for attendance. Fisher Family Trust work with over 10,000 schools across the country.

"This achievement serves as a fantastic springboard for the school, acknowledging our success and inspiring continued improvement, as every lesson counts."

Rivington and Blackrod High School is an Ofsted rated good school.

Ofsted inspectors describe the school as 'warm and welcoming' where pupils 'feel safe and well supported'.

Inspectors report: "Pupils respond well to the high expectations that leaders have of their behaviour and achievement.

"They treat each other with dignity and respect."

They praised the school's enrichment curriculum which was accessible to all and many pupils take part in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme.

The school also has a 'new behaviour policy' reported Ofsted inspectors, who added: "This contributes to a culture of purposeful learning in the classroom. Learning is rarely disrupted by poor behaviour. Pupils, including students in the sixth form, are focused and keen to learn."