Latest Inspection Report

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A summary of the Conclusions is shown below:

29th January - 1st February 2007

Overall Conclusions

5.1 The school has made good progress since the last inspection. It has become a leader in combining independent learning and technology to provide a stimulating learning environment from which staff and pupils gain impressive benefits. As a result, it is well placed to fulfil its aim of preparing pupils for the demands of the twenty-first century.

5.2 Pupils' standards of achievement have risen throughout the school since the previous inspection. Pupils achieve well above the average for all maintained schools nationally in national tests in the junior school and in GCSE examinations. They have good literacy, numeracy and scientific skills and are confident users of ICT. Many pupils perform to good standards in a range of extra-curricular activities.

5.3 The spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils is outstanding. The school has successfully integrated its approach to developing the God-given potential of each child into its daily life, and, as at the time of the last inspection, ensured that Christian values underpin pupils' educational experiences.

5.4 The quality of teaching is consistently good and in just under one-third of lessons observed outstanding. It is supported by good assessment procedures, which have yet to be fully adopted by all departments in senior school.

5.5 Pastoral care is a strength of the school, based as it is on the excellent relationships that exist between the members of the school community. The welfare, health and safety of the pupilsare given high priority. The school recognises that some of its disciplinary procedures have yet to be fully adapted to the needs of the more senior pupils. A variety of methods exist to enable communication between school and parents and most parents are pleased with the educational experience their children are enjoying.

5.6 The governors provide helpful support and are likely to be able to develop their work further as a result of recent changes in the constitution of the governing body. The school's leadership is innovative and has successfully fostered an ethos of innovation throughout the school. The staff have responded and developed a confidence in teaching approaches thatare encouraging pupils to take responsibility for much of their learning. In doing so they are being well prepared to not only cope with their immediate circumstances, but also for life as adults prepared to make a contribution to the well-being of others.

5.7 The school meets all the regulatory requirements.