Rickmansworth School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 September 2023

Pupils, including students in the sixth form, experience a high quality of education at Rickmansworth School. Leaders set exceptionally high expectations for pupils' work, personal development and behaviour. Pupils are very happy and highly enthusiastic about attending school. The broad curriculum engages all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils demonstrate mature attitudes to learning. Classrooms are strong learning communities. While pupils develop independence, they also support each other to learn the important information they need to know and remember. The six 'Ricky Rs' form the backbone of the school's culture. Staff reward pupils when they demonstrate these values. This results in pupils becoming resourceful and resilient individuals. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. They clearly understand the expectations and conduct themselves responsibly. Pupils are safe. They develop strong friendships with each other and very positive relationships with teachers. Pupils, including students in the sixth form, strongly value the range of activities that support their learning. Trips, both in the UK and overseas, visitors to school and a wide range of enrichment activities in school all help pupils to apply their learning in the world around them.

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