Hethersett Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 27 September 2022

Pupils flourish at this school. They attend regularly, arrive on time and present themselves impeccably. Pupils respect each other and their surroundings. Bullying is rare. Pupils know that if bullying does happen, staff deal with it effectively and promptly. Pupils have very high expectations of their own and others' behaviour. They value every minute of learning time. Pupils say that leaders listen to their ideas for improvements, such as the covered outdoor seating areas, water fountains and table tennis tables. Pupils attend a wide variety of clubs, activities and inter-house or inter-trust competitions. Staff take time to talk with pupils at break, lunchtime and during clubs. Pupils talk confidently and openly with adults. They emphasise how much they value their teachers. A large proportion of pupils continue their studies at local sixth forms, guided to those most suited to their A-level subjects. As a result, parents and carers want their children to attend this school. Although the school has already doubled in size, it continues to grow and remains oversubscribed. One parent exemplified the views of many, stating, 'Excellent facilities and brilliant opportunities, second to none with regards to pupil development and education.'

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