Abbeygate Sixth Form College

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 16 May 2023

Students relish the opportunities available to them at the college. They thoroughly enjoy their studies. Students enjoy the calm, respectful and productive learning environment at college. Students value the excellent opportunities to develop their talents and interests while at the college and to make new friends. Students take part in a wide range of clubs and societies. These include environmental societies, drama and music groups and a variety of sports teams. Students take part in competitions, such as mathematical Olympiad, German debating and law mooting competitions. Students can participate in a range of international trips and visits through the Turing Scheme. Arts students have worked with Brazilian artists in Rio de Janeiro. Business and economics students visited India to explore global businesses. Students visited Thailand and raised funds for a school and orphanage. Students highly value these opportunities, and participation rates are high. As a result of these trips, students appreciate the importance of contributing actively to their local, national and international communities. Students play an active part in their local community. As a result, students develop a sound understanding of the importance of being a good citizen. Students have their own charity committee. They have organised events for a local hospice and for Alzheimer's research. Visual arts students work on arts projects in the local community to design and paint murals for the town centre. Students appreciate the highly inclusive nature of the college. Students understand the importance of listening to others' differing views and engaging sensitively in debate. Staff encourage students to speak up, express their views and ask questions if they do not understand. As a result, students develop strong independent study skills. They have positive attitudes to learning and gain the confidence to explore new topics. Students value highly the excellent help they receive while at college. They have high levels of attendance and are punctual to lessons. Students feel safe at college. They do not experience bullying and harassment.

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