Dixons Manningham Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 25 May 2023

Leaders and staff have high expectations for all pupils both academically and socially. Pupils treat one another, staff and visitors with respect. The atmosphere around the school is calm and purposeful. This is because there are clear and consistent routines. Pupils work hard to demonstrate the school's values of integrity, achievement and unity. Pupils feel safe at school. They know and follow the school motto: 'We do the right thing because it's the right thing to do.' Staff have high expectations for pupils' behaviour. As a result, classrooms are calm places where pupils can learn. Pupils listen carefully to what their teachers say and follow instructions quickly. Bullying happens very rarely. When it does happen, it is taken seriously and dealt with quickly. Wider development opportunities focus on developing pupils' understanding of the world around them. Through the heart, mind, soul and health curriculum, pupils develop the language skills to debate and challenge stereotypes. Pupils have a clear understanding of equality and difference. They recognise the power of difference and how they can use it to learn from each other. Parents are very positive about the school. One parent said, 'My children feel at home here.'

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, leaders have not thought about how disciplinary knowledge is set out in the curriculum. This means teachers do not know how and when this should be taught. Leaders should ensure that pupils are taught the disciplinary knowledge they need so that they understand what it means to be a subject expert.
• A significant number of pupils are persistently absent from the school, and this is showing little sign of improvement. These pupils are missing essential learning. Leaders should take effective action to work with families to reduce persistent absence rates.

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