Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 4 October 2022

Students who study at Sir John Deane's College do exceptionally well. Their behaviours and attitudes fully align with the college's ethos of being 'curious, caring and responsible'. Students are proud to study at the college and feel that they are part of a community. They are highly motivated, caring and conscientious individuals who consistently demonstrate exemplary behaviours. Students thrive in an inclusive culture at the college. Teachers and mentors provide extensive wrap-around support that makes students feel valued. This includes students with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Teachers, mentors and staff have an unwavering desire to empower students to improve their self-belief. This helps students to be successful in their exams, further study or employment. Students know and greatly appreciate this. Consequently, students leave the college as mature young adults with a set of values that they say will stay with them throughout their lives. Students develop their confidence and self-esteem as a result of their courses. They routinely participate in an extensive range of extra-curricular activities. These include the Duke of Edinburgh's Awards at gold and silver levels, reading mentoring with local primary school children and raising money for a broad range of charities. Students hold bake sales and raffles. They donate clothes, sanitary products and food to community projects. They enjoy Tai Chi classes and join football, basketball, hockey, rowing or netball teams. This helps students to develop their talents and interests as they mature and move towards adulthood. Attendance is excellent. Students arrive promptly and are well prepared for their classes. They are excited about their learning and consistently apply themselves in their studies. Students' folders are meticulously organised. However, a few students feel that the homework they receive is unmanageable. Students feel safe in college. They feel protected from bullying and harassment. Students know to whom to report any safeguarding-related concerns. They are confident that staff will listen to them.

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