Coundon Court

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 3 March 2026

Pupils benefit from attending this supportive and inclusive school where they feel safe and encouraged to succeed. The Year 7 'bridge provision' ensures pupils experience this ethos from day one of their journey through school. Pupils thrive in this provision, and it allows leaders the opportunity to establish the high expectations that pupils will experience in daily school life. Staff's detailed knowledge of pupils establishes positive and respectful relationships. This creates a calm and orderly atmosphere around the school. Pupils are clear on what is expected of their behaviour in lessons and around school. They regulate their own behaviour to meet staff's expectations. Pupils are rewarded for contributing to the community feel of the school. Pupils enjoy attending the school because of the high aspirations that leaders have. Pupils feel listened to because of the strong pastoral care and safeguarding systems the school has in place. If pupils have a concern about school or bullying, they are confident it will be dealt with quickly and appropriately. Pupils typically experience engaging and demanding lessons that are carefully designed to support both academic success and personal development. Staff know pupils well and use this understanding to remove barriers to learning. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities and disadvantaged pupils receive bespoke support and guidance that allows them to achieve well. Outside of lessons, pupils benefit from a wide range of extra-curricular activities and enrichment opportunities. These are embedded from Year 7 through to Year 13. Sixth-form students act as role models and demonstrate positive learning habits and behaviour to younger pupils. Pupils are encouraged to engage with social issues, contribute charitable work and act as positive members of their communities. Pupils benefit from a culture of belonging. They are confident, articulate and responsible young people who are well prepared for their future education and for taking an active role in society.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should continue to ensure that all staff consistently implement the school's agreed approach to teaching and learning to a high standard across subjects and year groups so that all pupils achieve the depth of knowledge they need to thrive.

Read the full Ofsted report (opens in a new tab)