Chalkhill Education Centre, Chalkhill Hospital

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 February 2023

Pupils value the opportunity to engage in their education in this calm learning environment. Depending on their medical needs, pupils may be here for a short or longer period of time. Staff quickly get to know pupils well. They prioritise building trust and treat everyone with mutual respect and dignity. Parents and pupils say that staff go 'above and beyond'. They acknowledge the powerful role that education plays in pupils' health and well-being. Consistent daily routines are well established. These support pupils to transition successfully between the ward and the classrooms, when they are well enough to do so. Communication between school and hospital staff is exceptionally strong. This provides leaders and staff with a realistic understanding of the challenges pupils face. Everyone shares high expectations of behaviour, and pupils' attitudes are positive. The warm, inclusive culture means that bullying or other incidents rarely occur in the education centre. If issues do arise, staff are highly skilled in helping pupils rebuild relationships. Leaders and staff aspire for pupils to achieve everything they are capable of. They tailor learning to meet any additional needs pupils may have. Pupils appreciate the highly personalised learning offer.

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