Blackbird Leys Leisure Centre is “bright, clean and modern”, according to industry inspectors who visited the centre last month.

The centre was rated ‘good’ after a two-day inspection by the industry standards body Quest.

Inspectors also said the staff “are well trained and have good levels of morale”.

The centre is the first in Oxford to be assessed under a new review system, which was introduced in June.

Under the new system, assessments take place every two years and involve mystery visits and two days of inspection.

General manager Robert Wood said: “We are all happy to get a good rating.

“The inspection is extremely tough and looks into all aspects of operating a leisure centre.

“The team has been great and the rating reflects the level of service that customers receive at the centre.”

The centre is owned by Oxford City Council and run by Fusion Leisure.

Board member for leisure Van Coulter said: “I am delighted that the centre has been recognised for its work.

“It is a great achievement and testament to the hard work of the team at the leisure centre.”

For more information visit oxford.gov.uk/leisure or call the leisure centres on 0844 8933 222.