Ofsted report

The school was most recently inspected by Ofsted on 22 January 2009. The previous inspection was on 6 June 2005.

Both reports are available for download from the Ofsted site.

Comments from the most recent report include:

  • The school is outstandingly successful in fulfilling its stated aims, because the passionate inspiration of the headteacher engenders an ethos in which all pupils feel valued and nurtured. In this family climate, pupils’ personal development and their spiritual, moral, social and cultural development are outstanding.
  • Teachers throughout the school know their pupils very well, and because of this they provide learning which takes good account of each individual’s needs.
  • Pupils’ attitudes to learning are first class; they show a strong desire to learn and are enthusiastic and eager for new knowledge and skills.
  • In the upper school, teachers’ subject knowledge is excellent and this results in pupils fully engaging in their learning.
  • The school successfully encourages pupils to develop as independent learners and to share their experiences with each other
  • Pupils are confident, independent young people who show immense enjoyment in all aspects of school life. They have a high level of interest and engagement in activities and lessons. This is due to the way the school staff successfully build and nurture pupils’ self esteem and confidence.
  • All adults in the school show high levels of interest in the well being of each pupil. Consequently, pupils feel safe and secure and say that staff are very approachable if they have a problem.
  • The curriculum is enriched by a wide range of visitors including many parents who readily bring their skills and expertise into lessons. The number and range of educational visits, including residential opportunities for pupils, is extensive.
  • The school has a very successful record of university placements
  • Pupils are unanimous that there is no bullying in this school. They love school, as shown by the high rates of attendance and their outstanding behaviour.