Connell Co-Op College

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 17 April 2024

Students improve their confidence and independence because of the education they receive. Sport students confidently plan and teach micro-coaching sessions to their peers in their specialist sports such as volleyball and netball. Biology students develop their practical skills. They apply correct techniques in laboratories to avoid contamination when carrying out practical activities. Students are highly motivated and enjoy their learning. They take part in a range of activities to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours. For example, students volunteer in the local community by carrying out activities such as coaching local school children in sports and organising fundraising events. These activities develop the skills they need to support students to progress to their next steps. Students' behaviour is exemplary and they demonstrate high levels of respect for staff and their peers. They feel very well supported by their teachers and progress tutors, who they say help them to improve. Students feel safe. They know how and to whom they should report concerns. Students benefit from a 'core' curriculum where they learn about local risks such as knife crime, spiking and county lines.

What the school should improve

• Continue to increase the number of students who remain on their courses and progress to the second year of their studies.
• Continue to develop the teaching skills of A-level teachers so that all students achieve their potential.

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