Oak Lodge School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 8 March 2023

Pupils enjoy attending this school. Staff are very caring and supportive. Parents and carers appreciate the help that staff give to them and their children. Staff understand and support pupils' individual needs well. Pupils are safe and happy. One parent summed up the views of many when stating, 'My child has thrived since coming to this school. He is learning important life skills and enjoys coming to school every day'. Relationships between staff and pupils are very positive. Pupils know staff will look after them and help them to learn. Leaders have high expectations for pupils to achieve well and be prepared for adult life. Pupils behave well. They are respectful of each other's needs and engage well with learning. They have very positive attitudes to education. Staff support pupils in managing their emotions so that they learn over time how to become more independent. Bullying is rare. If there is any bullying, it is dealt with quickly and effectively by staff.

What the school should improve

• In some subjects, the knowledge that pupils need to learn is not identified precisely enough. This limits some pupils' understanding of important concepts. Leaders should ensure that they identify what pupils need to learn in all subjects.

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