The Acorn School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 23 May 2023

Pupils describe their school as a very safe and warm place to be. They note that staff always check on how they are feeling and that this makes them feel cared for. Pupils describe the school as feeling like a family in which everyone knows each other well. Pupils see learning as 'fun' but recognise that the work set is challenging and makes them think. Pupils enjoy the many activities that take place outdoors and beyond the school. There is a huge variety of these. For example, there are winter and summer camps. Pupils learn practical skills and face significant challenges during such events. They undertake activities, such as orienteering, that rapidly develop their independence. Staff teach pupils to understand and respect the differences between people. As a result, pupils are extremely courteous and kind to each other. They are very tolerant of others and readily challenge discrimination. There is a high level of trust between pupils and between pupils and staff. Pupils are exceptionally well motivated. Learning is not disrupted by poor behaviour. The school is a very calm and orderly place. Pupils say that bullying never happens. They say that if it did, staff would stop it quickly and ensure that it did not re-occur.

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