Hayesfield Girls School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 15 November 2022

The school's motto of 'achieving ambitions' is evident throughout the curriculum and through the wider experiences of the pupils. Leaders have high ambitions for pupils. Pupils learn about powerful female role models. They identify the qualities and achievements of those individuals. A culture of high aspiration and expectation for all encourages pupils to succeed. Pupils work hard. In lessons, they focus and take pride in their learning. Between lessons, pupils commute between the two sites in a calm and purposeful way. Pupils say that bullying is rare and leaders resolve it when it occurs. Leaders promote anti-bullying. For example, sixth-form photography students run a photo booth for pupils to take positive images of friendship. Pupils are proud of their school. They enjoy making use of the space across the two sites, such as reading in the 'book eyrie' or putting on a showcase in the theatre. Pupils say they have lots of opportunities. There are approximately 90 extracurricular activities and clubs. All pupils from Year 7 to Year 13 attend at least one, with many attending several. For example, pupils ran a conference to voice their concerns about climate change. A wide range of trips and visiting speakers for all year groups support the curriculum.

What the school should improve

• Teachers' understanding of the revised curriculum is not yet fully established from Year 7 to Year 13. As a result, pupils do not always learn the curriculum consistently well. Leaders should ensure that the curriculum becomes fully established across all year groups.

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