Clyst Vale Community College

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 6 December 2022

Pupils enjoy their time at Clyst Vale Community College. They have respectful relationships with staff and with their peers. Pupils develop a strong sense of community and take an active part in the life of the school. Many pupils lead their peers and enjoy competing with one another in challenges between the three 'Schools' within the school. Leaders and staff have high expectations of pupils. The school values of 'Respect, Participate, Learn' underpin all aspects of school life. Most pupils strive to realise these values. Pupils wear the badges they receive for leadership roles and for positive behaviour with pride. Most pupils behave well. They are courteous and welcoming. Pupils help one another in lessons and at social times. Bullying is rare. Most pupils are confident that staff stop bullying if it occurs. Parents are positive about the school. Many speak of their child 'flourishing'. School clubs and activities enable pupils to develop their talents and interests well. Many pupils participate in outdoor education activities.

What the school should improve

• A small number of pupils miss too much curriculum time. As a result, they are not making as much progress as they could through the curriculum. Leaders need to ensure that all pupils experience the full curriculum.
• A few pupils do not behave well enough. Staff do not always manage this well. As a result, learning is sometimes interrupted. Leaders need to ensure that behaviour is always well managed so that it does not interrupt learning.

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