A Norfolk school with a troubled past is celebrating after an education watchdog recognised its improvements.

Wayland Academy in Watton was rated as inadequate by Ofsted just six years ago and four years ago was told it still required improvements.

But following its latest inspection, the school is celebrating a turnaround in fortunes having impressed inspectors during a visit just before the summer holidays.

During an inspection held in July, inspectors praised the school for providing a "safe and positive" experience for pupils.

The report reads: "The culture of the school is defined by high expectations and underpinned by clear structures.

"From lining up at the end of lunch to working quietly on starter activities, pupils know what to expect."

Glen Allott, principal of Wayland Academy, said: "This September is my 10th year as principal at Wayland and personally this is a wonderful way to mark this milestone.

"We are always proud of the pupils here and appreciative of the support families give us.

"Through the support and the incredible work of leaders, teachers and support staff, significant improvements have been made over that time and since our last inspection in 2019.

"Our intention is to give the children of Watton and the surrounding villages the best possible education and improve their opportunities post-16 - and this judgement is recognition of that work."

The result comes three years after the school - which was in special measures in 2017 - officially became part of the Inspiration Trust, joining the trust in 2020.

Chief executive Gareth Stevens said: "It has been wonderful to see the improvements that have been made at Wayland Academy over the last few years and I am delighted to see that these have been recognised and applauded by Ofsted.

"All the staff and students at Wayland should be extremely proud."