Quality of education, including sixth form

Ofsted Judged

OUTSTANDING

‘‘Achievement is outstanding because of a stimulating curriculum carefully designed to meet individual need’  – Ofsted 2023

• 100% GCSE passes at L1 and L2 in summer 2022. All gained English, maths and science GCSE outcomes.
• Y12/13 gained gained additional GCSE outcomes and re-sit passes.
• 108 subjects at GCSE passed.  7 BTEC & other L1 and L2 passes in vocational subjects.
• Pupils meet industry professionals and local business about work.
• Highly developed sixth form offer.
• Strong links with local colleges and FE providers.
• Strong PSHE and RSHE curriculum.

‘Leaders leave no stone unturned to ensure pupils achieve well’ - Ofsted 2023

Teaching, Learning & Assessment

Ofsted Judged

OUTSTANDING

‘The curriculum is strong.  Teachers are knowledgeable so pupils learn well’  – Ofsted 2023

• Positive learning culture with well-formed relationships between teachers and learners.
• Lessons are well planned and differentiated to meet individual learner need.
• Teachers have high expectations and aspirations for all learners.
• The climate for learning is excellent.
• The school promotes a culture of self-reflection and high quality continued professional development.
• Excellent relationships. between learners and staff.
• Parent/Carer feedback surveys with high satisfaction 2023.
• Reading is taught consistently well.

‘Leaners attitudes to learning and their behaviour is outstanding’ - Ofsted 2023

Behaviour, attitudes & personal development

Ofsted Judged

OUTSTANDING

‘Behaviour and attitudes are exceptional’  – Ofsted 2023

• The school’s multi-agency relationships are its strength.
• The school’s responsibility to child protection is a priority
• Learner voice is valued and encouraged.
• The school has clear pathways for learners to share views and discuss concerns and any worries.
• Learner survey highly satisfactory.
• School is an accredited Trauma Informed School UK.
• Attendance is excellent at 94%.
• Talking, relaxation and physical therapies and parent/carer support available on site.
• Two qualified ‘Attachment Leads’ on site for advice, training and support.

’Safeguarding is prioritised with highly developed systems to keep pupils safe’ - Ofsted 2023

Leadership & Management

Ofsted Judged

OUTSTANDING

‘Leaders have a very high expectations for pupils’  – Ofsted 2023

• School leaders are highly ambitious, innovative and hold dear high expectations.
• The school uses progress data, lesson observations, learning walks, work scrutiny and learner feedback to inform judgements and targets.
• Senior leaders have a sound understanding of the school, learners and the direction of travel.
• The senior leadership team have extensive experience of supporting children with emotional, social and mental health disturbance.
• Senior leaders challenge barriers to learning and seek innovative ways to overcome obstacles to success.
• Good range of CPD and training schedule in school.

‘Governors know the school very well.  They have a deep understanding of all aspects of the school’s work’ - Ofsted 2023’

Social, Moral, Spiritual & Cultural (SMSC)

‘Personal development is a strength of the school’  – Ofsted 2023

The school offers extensive opportunities to develop citizenship, exploring rights and responsibilities and what makes a ‘good citizen’.

• School Council;
• Restorative Justice;
• Thematic Days/STEM;
• Guests/Visitors;
• ‘British Values’ ;
• Citizenship/RE ;
• Trips and visits;
• Fund raising;
• Social Enterprise;
• Daily assemblies;
• Weekly celebrations;
• Therapeutic Offer;
• Learner reviews;
• Work experience;
• ‘Trustie’ scheme;
• Active music department;
• Music recitals;
• Extensive sport;
• Outdoor education;
• Residential ;
• Swimming;
• Clubs and activities & much more!

‘Pupils SMSC development is exceptionally well supported’ -  Ofsted 2023