Foxwood Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 March 2023

Pupils understand that the school's curriculum helps to prepare them for adulthood. Pupils benefit from a range of rich experiences that are designed to support their transition into the wider world. Pupils receive high-quality careers education and experience the world of work. They also take part in a wide range of trips and visits, participate in community events and take on responsibilities in school. These activities all help to broaden their horizons. Pupils enjoy attending Foxwood Academy. They feel happy and safe. Their favourite things include their teachers, their lessons and their friends. Pupils behave well and the vast majority attend regularly. Pupils raised no concerns about bullying. They are confident that staff will quickly help them resolve any disputes that may arise. Pupils say there are members of staff they can talk to if they are worried about something, or if someone is being unkind. Leaders and staff have high expectations of every pupil. The curriculum is designed to help pupils develop their independence, contribute positively to society, nurture their employability skills and stay healthy. Staff help pupils to become confident learners.

What the school should improve

• The curriculum in some subjects, and one pathway, is not yet of the highest quality. Pupils do not develop their understanding as well as they could in some areas. Leaders should ensure that pupils build their knowledge securely and deeply in all subjects and pathways.

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