Highbury School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 9 July 2024

This is an inspirational school. The experience for pupils at Highbury School is one of joy and happiness. There is an overwhelming atmosphere of care and respect throughout the school. Pupils feel safe and benefit from the rich array of experiences that are planned in the school curriculum. All pupils at Highbury School have an education, health and care (EHC) plan. Leaders consider these plans carefully to tailor an ambitious curriculum for each pupil. This is true across all aspects of provision, from the satellite sites in local primary schools to the expanding early years provision and the well-established main school site. During the inspection, pupils were excited to tell inspectors about the upcoming celebration day. They talk happily about the friends they make at school and the 'adventures' that they go on. The relationships between staff and pupils are warm and caring. Behaviour across the site is superb because all adults adopt consistent approaches to supporting pupils. Adults know and understand pupils well. Pupils flourish as a result. One parent typified the view held by inspectors when they said, 'The school is a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.'

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