Aegir - A Specialist Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 May 2024

Pupils describe this school as 'magical' and 'special'. They love attending the school and value their education. One pupil summed up the views of many when they stated that staff 'help you to evolve into the person you are going to be in the future'. Pupils are keen to learn and achieve well. Staff have high expectations of every pupil. Pupils enjoy a range of subjects and understand how what they are learning now will help prepare them for adulthood. They know how they will use their knowledge in a range of situations in adult life. They are very clear about the importance of reading and mathematics in the world of work. Most pupils have excellent attendance, and they behave very well in lessons and around school. Pupils and staff enjoy positive and productive relationships. Pupils believe that staff care about them as individuals. They know that they can talk to staff if they have any concerns. Pupils trust staff to help them resolve any problems that may arise. Pupils feel safe in school, and they are safe. They are taught how to reduce risks in school, at home and in the wider community. Staff are well trained and vigilant about safeguarding pupils.

What the school should improve

• Sometimes, pupils are not supported to engage in purposeful activity promptly. As a result, some pupils do not make as much progress towards the curriculum aims as they might. The school should ensure that staff engage pupils with appropriate learning activity promptly so that all pupils are encouraged to achieve as highly as possible.

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