Ashton Community Science College

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 16 May 2023

Pupils are calm and polite. They are happy at school and value the positive relationships that they have with staff. The staff provide a warm welcome for any new pupils who join the school. Most pupils respond well to the high expectations that leaders have of their behaviour and achievement. Pupils who attend the specially resourced provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are fully included in the life of the school. As a result, these pupils become confident and independent young people. Pupils thrive on the wide range of activities available to them. These include sports clubs, music club and the diversity group. The trips that staff organise help to enrich pupils' understanding of the curriculum. These include visits to the Globe Theatre, Bletchley Park and to Paris. Older pupils make an important contribution to the strong sense of community at the school through the many leadership roles that they undertake. These include running the strategy gaming club or boxing club and as student-support leaders. Leaders deal effectively with any rare incidents of bullying that occur. Pupils have trusted adults who they can speak to if they have any worries or concerns. This helps them to feel safe.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, the activities that teachers design do not help some pupils to develop the depth of knowledge that they should. Leaders should ensure that teachers receive the support that they need to design activities that help these pupils to develop a deeper understanding of key concepts so that they are well prepared for the next stage in their education.

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