The Archer Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 14 January 2025

Pupils receive an exceptional education at The Archer Academy. Pupils and staff live and breathe the school's values of 'achievement, respect, curiosity, hard work and enjoyment'. The school fosters a happy, welcoming and inclusive environment where academic excellence and personal development hold equal importance. Staff are committed to the belief that every pupil has the potential to succeed and thrive. They work diligently to provide high-quality learning opportunities for everyone. As a result, pupils achieve highly, including in public examinations, and grow into confident learners. The school's provision for pupils' wider development is exemplary. The enrichment programme provides a significant variety of experiences for pupils, including chess, golf, and Mandarin. The school forges strong partnerships with its local community to enrich pupils' wider experiences. Through these experiences, pupils' cultural capital is further enhanced. This contributes to pupils developing as happy, well-rounded young people. Behaviour is highly positive. The school fosters a calm and productive atmosphere, ensuring a safe environment for all. Pupils typically demonstrate positive attitudes to their learning, actively collaborating with their peers during lessons to maximise their learning. Parents and carers are highly supportive of the school. They value the school's recognition of each child as an individual and its holistic, caring approach.

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