Haileybury Turnford

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 April 2026

Pupils are rightly proud of their welcoming, inclusive school community. The high-quality personal development curriculum supports pupils to have an in-depth knowledge about diversity, tolerance and mutual respect. Pupils behave impeccably. They show high levels of consideration and kindness towards their peers and staff. They feel safe. Pupils value the rewards for behaving well. Bullying and serious behaviour are rarely an issue. They trust staff to sort out any issues or concerns. This is a place where everyone is accepted and can be themselves. Pupils have highly positive attitudes to school life. In class, they focus determinedly on their studies. Pupils access a range of subjects in their curriculum, including Latin. Pupils are well supported because staff have an in-depth knowledge of their varying needs and backgrounds. Pupils receive effective, tailored support to plug any important gaps in their reading or number knowledge. Staff break down barriers to ensure pupils get the help, support and guidance they need to be successful. This means that pupils typically attend regularly and achieve well from their various starting points, including in the post-16 provision. High-quality pastoral support gives pupils effective tools to manage their own behaviour or get back on track when things get tricky. A wide range of activities and clubs complement the school curriculum. There is something for everyone to get involved in, and many do. Pupils take part in exciting music events and drama productions, for instance, often in partnership with the local sponsor school. Leaders ensure all pupils access opportunities that broaden pupils' horizons and raise their aspirations. Pupils, including those in the post-16 provision, access appropriate work experience and highly effective careers advice and guidance. Students move on to a range of universities, appropriate apprenticeships and workplaces. They are very well prepared for their next steps in education, employment or training.

What the school should improve

• Staff should have the necessary expertise to make effective checks on pupils’ learning to identify where they may need further help or practice.
• Leaders should ensure staff have the expertise to use effective learning opportunities to deepen pupils’ and post-16 students’ understanding of the subjects they study so they achieve well.

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