Sir William Borlase's Grammar School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 1 May 2024

The school's mission is to 'inspire, empower and shape the future'. Pupils and staff understand that this only happens by focusing as much on personal development as on academic results. The highly ambitious curriculum is designed so that pupils from Year 7 onwards study each subject broadly and deeply. Thanks to consistently high- quality teaching, pupils achieve exceptionally well, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The impressive extra-curricular programme also allows pupils to enrich their learning outside the classroom but also to develop and discover interests and talents. The school is a vibrant and generous community, where pupils display excellent behaviour and manners. Pupils' very positive attitudes to learning can be seen in classrooms and in their independent and group activities. They are very respectful and highly supportive of each other, regardless of any differences. Neither staff nor pupils tolerate bullying and so it is extremely rare. Any issues are reported to staff and addressed. Parents, staff and pupils appreciate the school's traditions, ethos and inclusivity. Staff value each pupil in their own right, and pupils feel safe and happy here. As one student said, 'It is a school where you can be who you want to be.'

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