E-Act Bourne End Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 27 September 2022

Bourne End Academy is a rapidly improving school that pupils are proud to attend. One parent, typical of many, commented, 'The school has gone from strength to strength. I have nothing but praise for the staff.' Pupils are courteous and respectful to each other and to staff. They hold doors open and speak kindly to each other. The headteacher provides purposeful direction and has strengthened leadership recently across the academy. Pupils speak passionately of these changes. The provision for the wider development of pupils is a strength of the school. Societies, designed to develop pupils' interests, talents and wider knowledge, are very popular. These include activities such as engineering, equine studies, debating and musical theatre. Pupils relish taking part in these during the school day. Pupils are confident they have adults in school they can talk to if they have worries or concerns. They say that while bullying happens occasionally, staff always help sort it out. This has not always been the case. Leaders have a robust and restorative approach to dealing with bullying. As a result, the number of incidents of bullying has continued to reduce.

What the school should improve

• The implementation of the curriculum lacks consistency. Consequently, some pupils are not sufficiently challenged, while others, including those with SEND, do not have their needs met. Leaders should continue with their coaching plans to ensure that all staff have the knowledge and expertise to help all pupils learn well across all subjects.

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