Haverstock School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 3 December 2024

Pupils are happy in their school. Everyone is made to feel welcome here because pupils treat each other with respect. Pupils value their positive relationships with one another and adults. Pupils new to the school speak about the warmth of the school community. The school creates a supportive environment where pupils, including students in the sixth form, develop their confidence to learn well. The school sets high expectations for what pupils should achieve. Pupils benefit from high-quality teaching. This supports them to progress well though the curriculum. Pupils are well prepared for their next steps. Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school. They understand what is expected of them. Pupils commit to the school's 'Pillar of Ethos' system. They appreciate the points they receive, and the celebration of their achievements in tutor time. Pupils feel safe in school. They know they can speak to a trusted adult with any concerns they may have. High numbers of pupils attend the school's wide range of extra-curricular activities. These include sports, arts, coding, charity work and the Duke of Edinburgh award. Pupils' high response to activities reflects their commitment to the school's vision to 'step forward, aim high and be kind.' Trips and visitors to school help to broaden pupils' life experiences.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, teachers do not consistently support pupils to apply their subject- specific vocabulary to their learning. This limits pupils' opportunities to deepen their understanding and to express their learning in increasingly sophisticated ways. The school should ensure that teachers provide opportunities for pupils to develop their understanding of subject-specific vocabulary and apply it to their learning.

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