Ormiston Bushfield Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 13 May 2025

Pupils at Ormiston Bushfield Academy benefit from an exceptional range of opportunities. The school sets ambitious standards for its pupils, equipping them with essential skills and knowledge for future success. This approach ensures that every pupil can pursue their dreams. Pupils appreciate their lessons are delivered by skilled teachers. The curriculum is diverse and rich. Pupils have access to a range of resources and equipment to support and enhance their learning. Staff strive to make the learning environment safe and inclusive, where pupils feel confident to share their ideas. Pupils demonstrate positive behaviour. They have trusting relationships with adults, seeking help whenever needed. Pastoral support is highly effective, and pupils deeply appreciate the school's provision. Skilled staff offer guidance, providing a reassuring environment where pupils always have a place to turn. This fosters a sense of confidence, safety, and security among pupils and students.

What the school should improve

• Sometimes, the school does not ensure that when pupils' knowledge is secure, teaching moves them on in their learning of curriculum content. This means that some pupils do not progress through the curriculum as well as they could. The school should ensure that assessment is used well to identify when pupils have secured the knowledge they need, then provide the teaching and tasks for pupils to move on to their next steps.

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