Alt Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 2 November 2022

Pupils enjoy coming to Alt Academy. They know that staff expect them to work hard and conduct themselves sensibly. Pupils rise to these high expectations. They are keen to learn because teachers make learning engaging and interesting. Pupils learn well in most subjects. Pupils feel safe, and are safe, in school. They know that staff care about them. They know who to go to if they have any worries. Leaders and staff make pupils' well-being their top priority. For example, on the rare occasions when bullying occurs, leaders deal with it effectively. Behaviour is positive throughout the school. From the start of the early years, children learn clear routines. They understand how they are expected to behave. In all years, pupils follow their teachers' instructions with a minimum of fuss. The school is calm throughout the day. Pupils appreciate the large number of activities and opportunities that the school provides as part of 'The Harmony Pledge'. Sport and music are popular. Pupils visit museums and take part in plays. Older pupils take on leadership responsibilities. One pupil told the inspector, 'There is a job for all. Everyone is included.' Leaders carefully plan these experiences so that no one misses out.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, the tasks given to pupils do not consistently contribute to their learning of the subject as well as it should. This means that pupils do not learn or remember important knowledge as well as they could. Leaders should ensure that the work given to pupils consistently helps pupils to learn and remember important curriculum content.

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