ACOMB Primary School, York, has been recognised for its commitment to staff after being given an Investors In People Standard. The director of education at the City of York Council, Patrick Scott, visited the school to present the award.

Head teacher Howard Robinson said: "Raising the achievement of pupils is dependent on the contribution, commitment and continuing learning of the staff and others who work at the school.

"People are our greatest asset."

Updated: 11:04 Wednesday, June 04, 2003