Hockerill Anglo-European College

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 14 June 2022

Boarders and day pupils are happy here. They enjoy studying the school's ambitiously broad range of academic subjects from Year 7 to Year 13. Leaders have very high expectations for all pupils. Usually, pupils study at least two modern foreign languages up to Year 11. All students in the sixth form continue to study at least one language. Pupils achieve highly. They are extremely well prepared for the next stage of their education, training or work. All pupils build character through the wide range of additional activities. Leaders organise numerous visits abroad, including to France, Italy and Spain. Pupils are strongly encouraged to make an active contribution to the school and local communities. All pupils participate in action, service and community projects as part of their studies. Many pupils take part in the Combined Cadet Force, and the school's orchestra, and are first-aid trained. Pupils are safe and generally behave sensibly. Bullying is rare. Staff resolve any problems swiftly. Leaders have established a strong system of pastoral support. Pupils know who to speak to if they have any concerns.

What the school should improve

• On occasion, leaders have not followed the school's clear safeguarding policy as rigorously as they should. This means that action taken is not consistent with, and closely aligned to, statutory guidance at all times. Leaders should ensure that all safeguarding actions reflect the school's policies and current statutory guidance precisely and consistently.
• Sometimes, teachers' expectations of pupils' behaviour across classes and subjects are not consistent. As a result, sometimes pupils' behaviour varies depending on the subject or member of staff. Leaders must ensure that all staff share their high expectations of pupils' attitudes and behaviour and apply these consistently.

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