Leigh Academy Blackheath

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 13 December 2022

Leaders have high expectations of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). This extends to academic learning and life outside school. Staff provide pupils with detailed knowledge that prepares them well for their next steps. Pupils engage with the local community, including volunteering at a local food bank. Pupils are happy and safe. Staff get to know pupils well through the school's college system. This enables pupils from all year groups to interact with each other. Older pupils actively support younger ones. There are always adults available to speak to pupils if they are worried about anything. Bullying is not common here. Where it does happen, leaders take it seriously. They take effective and timely action to stop it. Pupils behave exceptionally well. Classrooms are calm places where pupils can focus on their learning. Staff create a safe environment where pupils can speak up if they do not understand. Pupils become articulate and confident. They are proud to be part of this school community. Pupils know the school's values. These permeate everything they do. Pupils show high levels of respect for each other's differences. They embrace the extensive opportunities for personal development the school provides.

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