OSB: Parental Agreement

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)

Ofsted Judged

OUTSTANDING

‘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’.

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