Chatham Grammar

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 17 October 2023

Staff set high expectations for all pupils and do all they can to help them achieve and exceed their aspirations. The school's high-quality academic provision is matched in equal measure by its ambitious and extensive wider development programme. As a result, pupils here achieve well and develop the skills they need for employment and life in modern Britain. One parent summed up what this means for pupils when they told inspectors about their daughter, saying: 'Not only is she receiving a good education, but she is being nurtured into a strong, confident, resilient young woman.' The environment is calm and purposeful. Pupils value others for who they are and respect each other regardless of beliefs or background. The school does not tolerate bullying or discriminatory language. Pupils know they have a trusted adult to whom they can turn with any concerns and that they would act swiftly to help them. The school prioritises pupils' personal development exceptionally well. The extra-curricular programme is rich and diverse. Sixth-form students, like their younger peers, have high aspirations. Increasing numbers of students are gaining places at university. Most go on to the next stage of education, employment or training.

What the school should improve

• A minority of subjects are not delivered in the way that leaders intend. This means that pupils are not consistently learning as well as they could across the whole curriculum. Leaders should ensure that all parts of the curriculum are delivered as intended so that pupils achieve consistently well across all of their subjects.

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