Kingsthorpe College

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 March 2025

Most pupils enjoy attending this welcoming school. The school has high expectations of pupils. In most subjects, pupils progress well through the curriculum. The school has raised its expectations of pupils' behaviour. Pupils understand these expectations. Most behave well in lessons, during breaks and at lunchtimes. The school is generally calm and orderly. Most pupils said that teachers are fair when dealing with any conduct issues. Pupils feel safe in school. They know they have many staff members to talk to if they have any concerns. Pupils who attend this school come from a range of backgrounds and cultures. The school ensures that all pupils feel part of it. For example, it has a 'culture day', where staff and pupils celebrate the different cultures in the school. Every week, pupils take part in an 'enrichment' lesson where they do activities that develop their interests. Pupils participate in activities such as 'girls in science, technology, engineering and mathematics', animal science, 'eco club', crochet and cross-country running. They also have opportunities to develop their leadership and character. Many pupils enjoy taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, the combined cadet force and the student council.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, some teachers do not implement the curriculum consistently well. This means some pupils do not learn as well as they could. The school should ensure that teachers present subject matter clearly and check pupils' understanding systematically so that gaps in learning and misconceptions are addressed.
• The attendance of some disadvantaged pupils is still too low. They miss out on too much learning. The school should ensure that it has a precise understanding of which strategies are most effective in improving the attendance of disadvantaged pupils so that these strategies can be employed to best effect.

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