Hamp Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 22 June 2022

Hamp Academy has a calm and orderly atmosphere. Pupils are respectful and polite to one another. They enjoy learning in a caring environment and listen well to their teachers. Staff encourage pupils to think about others and the difference they can make through their actions. Pupils of all ages know and understand what it means to stay safe at school and in the community. Leaders and staff create an environment where pupils feel listened to and valued. They promote pupils' health and well-being effectively, including for those with additional needs. Leaders have designed a curriculum that enables pupils to aim high and learn well. They focus strongly on pupils' personal development. Pupils talk knowledgeably about important issues, such as diversity and equality. They challenge any form of discrimination and judge no one. Staff have high expectations for how pupils behave. Pupils know how to behave and understand right from wrong. Lessons flow smoothly with little disruption to learning. Bullying is rare. Pupils say staff deal with it quickly when they report a problem. Parents and carers support the school's work. They praise the dedication and commitment of staff.

What the school should improve

• In some foundation subjects, leaders' curriculum design is not as effective as others. Teachers do not always build on what pupils know and can do in a systematic way. This means that pupils' do not know and remember as much as they could. Leaders need to ensure that there is a well-sequenced curriculum in all subjects so that pupils build on prior learning and deepen their understanding.
• In some subjects, leaders' use of assessment is not well developed. As a result, some pupils develop gaps in their knowledge. Leaders need to ensure that assessments systems check what pupils know and remember of the intended curriculum.

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