King Edward VI Aston School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 10 May 2022

Pupils are happy coming to school. They enjoy their learning, especially in mathematics and science. Pupils say they feel safe in school. They are taught to keep themselves safe. If they are worried or experience any of the rare instances of bullying, they know they can speak to someone. 'Adults listen to us', they say. Pupils appreciate the system which allows them to report incidents confidentially. Parents and pupils who responded to inspectors all agreed that teachers challenge all pupils, whatever their circumstances, to do as well as they can. The school is highly successful in ensuring all pupils are successful in their outcomes. Pupils behave exceptionally well. They get on very well with each other and respect those with different backgrounds and lifestyles. They have the chance to take responsibilities. Leaders respond very well to pupils' views expressed through surveys. Pupils have a very extensive range of sporting, musical and other cultural opportunities. Those who recently visited Italy on a geography trip were enthusiastic about their experience. They have a very wide choice of GCSE subjects, including Mandarin. The collaboration in the sixth form, with three other schools, allows students to take their chosen A-level courses.

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