Bishop Alexander L.E.A.D. Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 March 2023

Pupils feel happy and safe at this school. Parents who shared a view described a welcoming environment, approachable staff and a place in which their children flourish. Leaders have high expectations about what pupils can achieve academically. Leaders reflect on the impact their curriculum has on pupils' learning. They have made changes to the curriculum to help pupils fulfil their potential. Pupils behave well. They are calm and attentive in their lessons. Children in the early years learn about how to talk politely to other people. Pupils interact positively with one another and with visitors. One pupil, typical of many, said, 'teachers are very caring'. Pupils are not worried about bullying. They are very comfortable about sharing any concerns they have with staff. Pupils are confident that staff act quickly and effectively to address their concerns. Pupils enjoy performing leadership roles and contributing to the school community. Some pupils become members of the school council; others are lunchtime leaders. An 'active citizens' group looks at ways to improve the school environment and pupils' experiences. Older pupils have the opportunity to become subject ambassadors or ambassadors for particular groups of pupils, such as those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

What the school should improve

• Leaders have not ensured that there are deliberately planned opportunities for pupils to deepen their learning and engage with complex concepts across the curriculum. As a result, some pupils who are capable of developing the depth of their knowledge are not doing so. Leaders should ensure that pupils have consistent and well-planned opportunities to engage with the most complex aspects of the subjects they study and have the chance to achieve greater depth of understanding.

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