Scott Medical and Healthcare College

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 March 2025

Pupils at this school receive a high-quality education. Many achieve exceptionally well. Regardless of background or need, the school ensures that the majority of pupils meet its high expectations, both in terms of their conduct and their academic success. The school is calm and orderly, and most pupils attend happily. The school's curriculum is well designed. Staff teach this curriculum skilfully and effectively. Many pupils, and students in the sixth form, value learning about medical and healthcare professions, both within the academic curriculum and through wider development opportunities. Many pupils pursue courses and careers in these professions, inspired by activities such as 'Operation Live' and the school's links with the NHS. They are well prepared for the next stage of their education. While this is a small school, it benefits from being part of a wider campus. This means that pupils are able to participate in a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities. Many pupils recently enjoyed taking part in the joint school production, for example. Others participate in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award and the Combined Cadet Force. More recently, the school has introduced a house system, providing valuable opportunities for student leadership, friendly competition and fundraising events.

What the school should improve

• Some pupils are frustrated about the way the behaviour policy is applied. They feel that this is not always consistent or proportionate. This affects how positively they feel towards school. The trust should respond to pupils' concerns and ensure that routines and consequences are used consistently, so that they have a positive and lasting impact on pupils' behaviour and more pupils feel positive about attending the school.

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