Osborne School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 September 2022

Pupils become successful learners at Osborne. This is a school where leaders have high ambitions for everyone. The skilled staff team supports every pupil to do their best, tailoring support to meet individual needs when required. Barriers to learning are tackled effectively. Preparation for post-16 is exceptional so that all pupils continue their studies beyond school. Some continue learning in the school's sixth form. Here, they enjoy an enriching college experience. Clubs, visits and performances contribute to pupils' success. They relish being part of their diverse school choir, Rubik's Cube. Everyone is able to join in. With boundless enthusiasm, pupils raise their voices and sing happily together. Strong relationships with staff help pupils to feel safe and to thrive. Pupils told inspectors that one of the school's best features is its trustworthy staff. A dedicated team enables pupils to grow in confidence and to manage anxiety. Pupils love to play together in their well-equipped playground. They speak kindly about each other. School records confirm pupils' views that bullying is very unusual. Leaders have been thorough to deal with bullying well when it has happened. Some pupils struggle with behaviour. Staff are quick to support them so that everyone can continue learning.

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