Babington Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 March 2023

This school provides an inclusive and supportive environment for its pupils. It is a welcoming community. Leaders have developed a curriculum that is aspirational and meets the needs of its pupils. Pupils enjoy coming to school. They live up to the school's 'PROUD' values. These include being resilient and daring to dream. Pupils learn about diversity. They say that they are accepted for who they are. Pupils learn to value others' views. This helps them to grow into respectful citizens. It is central to the provision for personal development. Pupils are active in helping to further improve the school. They benefit from a rich offer of wider opportunities beyond the academic curriculum. The pastoral care is strong. Pupils say they feel safe. They are confident that on the rare occasions that bullying occurs, it is dealt with effectively. Most pupils behave well in lessons. This means that the majority of pupils can focus successfully on their learning. Leaders and staff are ambitious for all, including disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Leaders have prioritised high expectations and equal opportunities for all.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, teachers move pupils on to new learning too quickly. Pupils do not always have a deep enough understanding of the previously learned content before learning something new. Leaders should ensure that teachers make precise checks on what pupils have learned, address any gaps in their knowledge and move pupils on to new content only when pupils are ready.
• A small number of pupils do not consistently behave well. This poor behaviour can distract other pupils and disrupt learning. Leaders should ensure that staff have the knowledge and skills to help these pupils regulate their poor behaviour and therefore prevent pupils' learning from being interrupted.

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