Inspection reports

‘The school’s work to promote pupils’ personal development and welfare is outstanding.’

‘In classrooms and around the school site, pupils are extremely polite, friendly and well mannered, showing respect for each other and their teachers and working well together. Their conscientiousness and studious attitudes to learning enable them to achieve well.’

‘Leaders provide well for pupils’ personal well-being and for a wide range of future careers, enabling them to become confident and articulate learners.’

‘Pupils of all ages make a very strong contribution to school life and the wider community… Sixth-form students regularly support and work with younger pupils… This creates a strong sense of family throughout the school and illustrates the pupils’ genuine concern for others.’

‘The school very positively promotes a welcoming ethos in which pupils feel at ease with both one another and with staff. Pupils are very secure in their knowledge that there is always an adult to help them should the need arise. The school’s open and supportive culture ensures that pupils feel confident and comfortable about raising sensitive issues.’

‘The provision for children in the early years is outstanding and successfully promotes their welfare, along with their progress in learning.’

‘Most children enter the early years with skills and knowledge that are typical for their age. All of them achieve exceptionally well, with the majority exceeding expectations for their age by the end of the Reception Year.’

‘An excellent range of resources, both indoors and out, stimulates children’s curiosity and their desire to experiment and explore ideas. Staff make use of the school’s extensive grounds to extend children’s ideas, knowledge and skills.’

‘Staff have an excellent understanding of children’s learning, and regularly communicate with parents, sharing information to ensure that children make the best possible progress.’