BBG Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 23 November 2021

Leaders have created a strong sense of community in this school. Staff and pupils are proud to be part of the school. One pupil described the school as 'a big family'. The principal and all other staff have high expectations of how pupils should approach their studies. Pupils are keen to learn, and enjoy a broad curriculum. In lessons, pupils pay attention and respond positively to questions and the activities that teachers plan. The school has clear behaviour and rewards policies which pupils understand. Pupils are rewarded for positive behaviours and achievements in all aspects of school life. Pupils said that they feel safe in school and trust teachers to sort out issues such as bullying if they arise. The school has distinct systems in place to support pupils and help them develop personally. As one pupil said to an inspector: 'It is not just about lessons.' Pupils can explain the ethos and values of the school. They enjoy the wide range of opportunities offered by the school to develop their talents and interests, for example sporting activities, choir and language speaking clubs. Pupils also write articles for the published school bulletin on issues such as air pollution, bullying and unconscious bias.

What the school should improve

• The recently revised curriculum plans in languages are not yet embedded. Leaders should ensure that curriculum plans in languages clearly identify the knowledge pupils need in all areas, and that the curriculum is reviewed and refined while being implemented. This will help to make sure that pupils in languages develop the required depth of knowledge and understanding.

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