Tapton School & Sixth Form

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 26 November 2024

Tapton is a school where pupils and staff are restless in their pursuit of excellence. Staff have high expectations for pupils. Pupils excel at Tapton. They are polite, conscientious and achieve highly. The school's sixth-form students are its most mature and aware members. They are well- read, too. They support, guide and mentor younger pupils in the school. This makes school better for the younger pupils. It also boosts the sixth-form students' confidence. The school sets high standards for pupils' behaviour. The vast majority of pupils hardly ever fail to meet the standards set. Staff and pupils alike show respect, kindness and tolerance. The school gives pupils time each day to see their form teacher to check and communicate worries. The school enriches pupils' lives with many opportunities beyond the curriculum. It offers a wealth of experiences beyond the taught subjects. They include an orchestra, sports fixtures, trips abroad and history clubs. Visiting academic speakers enhance school life further. Activities are open to all pupils, as the school ensures that nobody misses out. Pupils join the school from many diverse backgrounds and have different needs. Support for pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), is consistently planned and reviewed.

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