Celebrating glowing ISI Inspection Report
We are proud to publish our latest ISI (Independent Schools Inspectorate) inspection report, which highlights our exceptional achievements and areas for continued growth. The report, which was shared with parents last week, paints a picture of a thriving, supportive, and high-achieving school community.
Headmistress, Mrs McCullough, expressed her delight with the findings, congratulating staff and pupils alike for their contributions to this success. She also emphasised the empowering nature of the report's next steps, which the school is already actively addressing. A detailed review of the report will take place during an upcoming staff meeting, but the highlights have already brought smiles to many faces.
Key Highlights from the Report:
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Outstanding Academic Progress:
“Pupils make progress well above their starting points because of teaching that is well planned and adapted to pupils’ needs, and sparks enjoyment of learning.” -
Exceptional Pastoral Care:
“Pupils are known and well supported and their personal development is actively promoted.” -
Robust Safeguarding:
“A firmly embedded safeguarding culture ensures pupils feel safe and happy.” -
Effective Leadership:
“Leaders and managers across all areas of the school apply their high levels of professional expertise effectively.” -
Strong Community Spirit:
“A house system fosters a sense of belonging and healthy competition.” -
Engaging Teaching:
“Teaching is engaging and motivating. Pupils settle quickly into lessons, listen carefully to instructions, and engage purposefully with their work.” -
Mutual Respect and Inclusivity:
“Staff create an ethos of mutual respect where pupils appreciate the individuality of others and feel they can be themselves.” -
Positive Behaviour:
“Behaviour in lessons and around the site is good, and pupils demonstrate kindness and tolerance.”
Next Steps for Continued Excellence:
The report sets two key areas for development, which the school is already addressing:
- Strengthening the sharing of best practice to enhance teaching strategies and support pupil learning.
- Improving the monitoring of pupils’ participation in co-curricular activities to ensure broader engagement and skill development.
Mrs McCullough remarked,
This report is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire school community. It highlights our strengths while giving us clear and achievable next steps to build upon our success.
As we continue to strive for excellence, this report serves as both a celebration of its achievements and a roadmap for the future.