Brooke Weston Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 November 2023

Brooke Weston Academy is a school that wants the very best for all pupils. Leaders have a clear and ambitious vision for the school and are determined that pupils will succeed here. The vast majority of pupils enjoy their time at school. They value the warm and professional relationships that they have with their teachers. This helps them to feel safe and cared for in school. Staff share consistently high expectations regarding pupils' behaviour and conduct. Pupils understand and endeavour to follow the 'Brooke Weston Way'. Typically, they behave well and are polite and courteous. The school is calm and purposeful. Incidents of bullying happen rarely. However, the school takes swift action to resolve these effectively. The extensive enrichment programme is exemplary. It enables all pupils, including students in the sixth form, to develop their talents and interests. For example, they participate eagerly in debating, sports leadership, the future medics programme and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme. They take on positions of responsibility and leadership through becoming members of the Combined Cadet Force and as student leaders. Parents and carers appreciate the high aspirations that the school has for all pupils. A comment typical of many was, 'My child will leave Brooke Weston with memories that will last and an amazing attitude full of aspirations for their future.'

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, some staff do not consistently check pupils' prior understanding effectively. As a result, teachers do not ensure that they know that all pupils have secure knowledge and understanding before moving on to new learning. The school should ensure that all teachers use formative assessment consistently well so that pupils are fully ready for new curriculum content.

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