Barnhill Community High School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 20 February 2024

Positive and respectful relationships underpin the Barnhill community. This results in a calm, purposeful and orderly environment. Pupils feel safe and know they have adults to speak with if they have concerns. This, along with well-established pastoral support, ensures that pupils are kept safe. Leaders have high expectations. Pupils rise to these. The ambitious curriculum is well designed and implemented. Pupils achieve well and are exceptionally well prepared for their next steps. All pupils benefit from carefully planned provision that extends beyond the academic curriculum. Older pupils and students in the sixth form value responsibility and play an active role in helping to run the school. For example, prefects are on duty and offer help at lunchtime. They volunteer to support younger pupils in lessons, raise money for charity, such as the recent Valentine's charity event, and help younger pupils to read. Pupils have access to 'deep learning days' which provide enrichment opportunities such as listening to motivational speakers. Pupils are confident to debate and discuss complex ideas such as exploring climate change. Students in the sixth form are encouraged to request additional lectures to help with their studies and to find out more about current affairs.

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