Northway School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 February 2024

Pupils are very happy at this school. Pupils' learning activities are often based on their interests, which helps them to enjoy their lessons. Pupils learn to express more of what they want and how they feel. Staff know pupils exceedingly well. They respond to pupils' expressive communication in the right way, thus enabling a meaningful interchange. The school's curriculum is sharply focused on the most important things for pupils to learn, remember and be able to do. For example, the outcomes outlined in their education, health and care plans, including those related to communication, independence and well-being. Pupils achieve well because ambitious long-term targets are broken down into small learning steps. Staff use assessment information well to plan suitable learning activities. Pupils are not over assisted and are taught to do more for themselves. As a result, they are extremely well prepared for the future. The school's approach to collaborating with therapists helps ensure that pupils' needs are well met. Staff skilfully help pupils to understand their daily schedules, thus diminishing any anxiety. Pupils' behaviour is excellent. There is a calm environment at both sites as pupils are well supported with their emotional regulation.

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