Aurora Charnwood School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 26 November 2024

Pupils who have not previously engaged with education find the help they need to develop a love for learning at this school. Those who were historically poor attenders begin to value school. Staff help them improve their attendance. Highly effective pastoral support and caring staff foster exceptionally positive relationships with pupils. As a result, all pupils feel safe and happy here. The school has high expectations of what each pupil can achieve. Staff help pupils aspire. Staff tailor the curriculum to meet individual needs, enabling pupils to succeed academically and develop essential life skills. In key stage 4, pupils achieve qualifications that open doors to future opportunities. The school's personal development programme thoroughly prepares pupils for independence and adulthood. Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning, and their behaviour improves rapidly. Staff manage incidents of poor behaviour swiftly and effectively, ensuring that all pupils remain focused and engaged in their learning. Every parent and carer who shared their views said that they would recommend the school. Parents value and appreciate the dedication that staff demonstrate in helping their children succeed. This school transforms the lives of young people who might otherwise have disengaged from education entirely.

What the school should improve

• On occasions, during key stage 3 group work, teachers are not always quick enough to move individual pupils on to learning which will help them know more. For these pupils, learning is not maximised. The school must ensure that teachers move pupils on to learning which will help them remember more when they are ready.

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