Key findings in the Ofsted report (direct quotes):

• The headteacher is an experienced and skilful leader. She communicates high aspirations successfully to staff, pupils and parents.
• In 2016/17, Year 11 pupils who left the school made above-average progress overall and in most subjects.
• Exceptional leadership and high-quality teaching in mathematics lead to very strong pupil outcomes.
• Pupils and staff are motivated to ‘Go the extra mile’ which is the school’s motto.
• Relationships between pupils and their teachers are very strong.
• Pupils conduct themselves exceptionally well around the calm and orderly school site.