Marshfields School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 20 September 2023

Pupils at Marshfields are happy and thrive. They become confident to take part in class discussions and to undertake tasks independently. Pupils have positive and supportive relationships with other pupils and staff. They look out for each other and help when someone is finding something tricky. Most pupils join the school from mainstream settings. They continue a similar educational experience to their peers, with careful adaptations to meet their needs. The curriculum is ambitious, and most pupils leave with qualifications that will help them in their next steps in learning, work or adult life. Pupils confidently use their planners to organise themselves and know where the next lesson is. They access a wide range of specialist teaching and facilities, including art, technology, and science rooms. Pupils are smartly dressed and proud of their school. Nearly all pupils listen and work hard. A few find it harder to be in the classroom all the time. Most of the time, staff can support them to get back to learning quickly. Incidents of more challenging behaviour have reduced over the last six months.

What the school should improve

• A small number of pupils can exhibit challenging behaviour. The school should ensure that actions and strategies continue to improve pupils' behaviour.
• Some governors do not have the training or knowledge to carry out their roles as effectively as others. They have not given leaders enough challenge around the impact of the curriculum and all aspects of the school's work. The school should ensure that all members of the governing body have the skills to support and challenge appropriately.

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