Park Community Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 17 October 2023

Park Community Academy (PCA) is a school where everyone is welcome. The school recognises pupils, including children in the early years, and students in the sixth form, as incredibly talented individuals. All pupils have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school's tenacious approach to enabling pupils to overcome their barriers to learning helps them to thrive. Pupils and staff diligently follow the 'PCA way'. This approach outlines the school's high expectations for pupils' learning and behaviour. Pupils learn to follow well-structured routines. Over time, pupils' behaviour improves considerably. This is clearly shown in the exemplary attitudes of older pupils. Pupils receive a broad curriculum that meets their needs exceptionally well. Staff build strong relationships with pupils, parents and carers. Parents appreciate the wide range of support provided by the school which enables their children to excel. These effective relationships, coupled with the exceptionally well-designed curriculum, mean that most pupils achieve highly from their starting points. Pupils enjoy a vast array of wider opportunities. Clubs include cheerleading, horticulture, fitness and cooking. Pupils spoke fondly of the school therapy dogs, Daisy and Molly. The school band and choir perform at concerts regularly. Pupils benefit from residential visits that broaden their horizons. They excel in many sporting competitions. Pupils benefit from high-quality play opportunities at social times. Due to these activities, they are happy and well-prepared for life beyond school.

Read the full Ofsted report (opens in a new tab)