Outwood Academy Foxhills

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 9 November 2022

Staff and pupils at Outwood Academy Foxhills work, learn and excel together. This is an outstanding school. Pupils value the school's diverse population. Staff see the uniqueness in every pupil and have the highest of ambitions for all. Pupils' starting points when joining the academy does not set their potential. There is no limit on success at Foxhills. Leaders, staff and pupils value every minute in school. Pupils excitedly talk about their studies and have a thirst for knowing more. Staff harness the curiosity pupils have in lessons. They challenge pupils to think deeply and reward their efforts. A culture of celebrating success is present in lessons. Pupils and staff applaud positive contributions in class. Pupils are keen to see who are the 'classroom champions' in lessons. At lunchtime, pupils happily take part in the 'chilli challenge', answering subject-based questions over lunch. Pupils care about themselves, each other, and school. This is their school and they are proud to say so. Pupils reflect on their time at the school with maturity. They value the abundance of support they receive from staff. If pupils have worries, they know that there is always someone to talk to. Bullying is not tolerated. When pupils report concerns staff act quickly to support those involved. Pupils have a wide range of extra-curricular activities to choose from. These include clubs ranging from sports to journalism. Leaders welcome and encourage all to attend.

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