Magna Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 March 2023

Pupils enjoy their time at Magna Academy. Pupils develop a strong sense of community and take an active part in the life of the school. Pupils are enthusiastic about leadership roles that enable them to support others. Leaders and staff have high expectations of pupils. Most pupils strive to realise these expectations. Pupils know that staff care about them, and they reciprocate. They have respectful relationships with staff and with their peers. Pupils behave well. They are courteous and friendly. Bullying is rare. Most pupils are confident that staff stop bullying if it occurs. Sixth-form students have exceptionally positive attitudes toward their learning. A plethora of clubs and activities enable pupils to develop their talents and interests. Leaders have designed all aspects of the curriculum to promote pupils' wider development. Pupils have a sophisticated understanding of the barriers and challenges that some groups in society face. They understand the relevance of this to their own lives and within their communities. As a result, Magna Academy is a tolerant and inclusive school.

What the school should improve

• In key stage 3, some teaching does not aid pupils to remember what they have been taught. Consequently, pupils do not always build a secure understanding of the subjects they study. Leaders need to ensure that teaching helps pupils to recall what they already know so that they can build on this knowledge.
• Some pupils, particularly those who are disadvantaged, do not attend school often enough. As a result, they do not make as much progress as their peers, both academically and in their wider development. Leaders need to ensure that pupils' attendance improves.

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