St George's Church of England Academy, Newtown

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 November 2024

Pupils are enthusiastic about learning. They are cheerful and happy. Pupils feel safe in school. The school works hard to raise pupils' awareness of how to stay safe in the local community. There are high expectations for all pupils. Pupils know what the school expects of them. They work hard and successfully reach these high expectations. In classrooms and around school, pupils behave well. They hold doors open for others with a cheery smile and greeting. Pupils are well mannered and polite. The school values and celebrates all religions. Pupils enjoy finding out about other faiths. They visit a range of places of worship, such as the Hindu Temple and the local parish church. Pupils enjoy being part of the rich and diverse culture of the school. They are very tolerant and respectful of others who are different to themselves. There are many opportunities for pupils to take part in activities beyond the classroom. In addition to a wide range of clubs that pupils can attend, they learn to play different musical instruments. There is a large school choir. Pupils are proud to sing with other pupils nationally as part of the largest children's choir in the world.

What the school should improve

• Teachers do not consistently model vocabulary or grammar with precision. This means pupils are not always clear enough about the meaning of some words or how they can use them in their work. The school should ensure teachers have the knowledge to precisely explain key vocabulary and grammar as intended.
• In some subjects, pupils are not provided with regular opportunity to revisit what they have learned in the past. This makes it difficult for pupils to make strong connections with new learning and what they already know. This makes new learning less secure. The school should make sure teachers provide regular opportunities to revisit and recall prior learning in all subjects. How can I feedback my views? You can use Ofsted Parent View to give Ofsted your opinion on your child's school, or to find out what other parents and carers think. We use information from Ofsted Parent View when deciding which schools to inspect, when to inspect them and as part of their inspection. The Department for Education has further guidance on how to complain about a school.

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