Spalding High School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 29 November 2023

Pupils thrive in the culture of high aspiration that exists at this school. They challenge themselves to be the best they can be. Pupils celebrate one another's achievements. They work together to the benefit of all. Pupils describe feeling comfortable and confident. Staff and pupils have developed excellent relationships. Pupils say they can talk to any member of staff should they need help or have a concern. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive the personalised support they need to participate in school life alongside their peers. Students in the sixth form, including those new to the school, talk about the welcoming atmosphere that helps them to feel part of the school community. Pupils' contributions to the life of the school make it the exceptional place it is to learn. The school council gives pupils a voice. Pupils support their peers as well- being champions and anti-bullying ambassadors. Pupils produce a very high-quality school magazine called the 'High Quarterly'. The pupil authors of the magazine celebrate pupils' achievements and capture the essence of pupil experiences. They describe the vast array of wider opportunities and events that pupils take part in. They also share recipes, games and humorous articles.

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