Hadrian School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 March 2023

This is a kind and caring school, where pupils flourish. Pupils develop strong relationships with staff and form positive friendships with each other. All pupils have special educational needs and/or disabilities. Pupils achieve exceptionally well because staff are highly attuned to, understand and address every individual pupil's specific needs. Leaders are determined that all pupils will develop the skills they need. They prioritise the school's approach to 'preparation for life' for every pupil. Therefore, pupils are well prepared for the future. Pupils feel safe and secure, and they love coming to school and learning. Staff notice the achievement, talent or interest of every pupil. They then create opportunities to develop, showcase and nurture them. Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school and describe it as 'an amazing school'. Many views were reflected in one comment, saying, 'This school helps children meet milestones we as parents never thought we would see.' Pupils behave exceptionally well and are aware of the high expectations for their behaviour. Highly effective, caring staff consistently use thoughtful approaches to help pupils understand how to communicate their needs and wishes effectively. Pupils say that bullying is not a problem, but if it ever did occur, they are confident that staff would act very quickly to stop it.

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