Newbridge Learning Community

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 26 March 2024

Pupils feel safe and well cared for in this school. They enjoy the small class sizes and get the help that they need from the adults around them. The school has high expectations for pupils and this supports pupils to achieve well. They are happy and enjoy the practical lessons, including cookery, motorcycle mechanics and art and design. Pupils are proud of their achievements. Displays around the school are full of pupils' creative and written work. A league trophy, recently won by the school football team, takes pride of place. Over time, pupils learn to manage their emotions and behaviour. Staff help them to find their own unique strategies, which pupils use in school to reduce any anxiety or negative emotions. Pupils trust the adults in school. They feel listened to and know that adults will intervene swiftly if any pupils fall out. The school promotes and celebrates positive behaviour. Pupils earn points, for example, when they show respect, kindness or self- discipline. They value these points and use them towards end of term trips or to buy a non-uniform day.

What the school should improve

• In a small number of subjects, the curriculum does not make clear what pupils need to learn. Consequently, pupils do not build their learning on what they already know. The school should ensure that all subjects are well designed so that pupils can acquire the intended knowledge and skills that they need.
• In some subjects, staff have not received the training and support that they need to engage pupils in their learning. Consequently, at times, pupils disengage from their learning and do not learn as well as they could. The school should ensure that the learning activities provided for pupils enable them to achieve well in all subjects.

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