The Arthur Terry School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 15 November 2022

Be proud, be kind, be ready - this motto underpins everything that happens in this very well-run school. Leaders have exceptionally high aspirations for all pupils and students and this shows in every aspect of their work. Leaders want pupils to achieve their best and they frequently do. The sixth-form provision is exceptional. Pupils and students are a pleasure to speak to. They are mature, friendly, welcoming and proud of their school. Lessons are orderly, focused and free from disruption. Pupils apply themselves fully to their learning. Sixth-form students act as role models to younger peers and ambassadors for leaders. The positive relationships between staff and pupils are a key factor in the school's success. Incidents of bullying are very rare. Pupils have full confidence in their teachers to swiftly deal with bullying if it ever happens. All pupils benefit from an extensive and carefully planned curriculum to enhance their personal development. For example, all pupils receive exceptional advice about possible career paths and next steps in education. The wider curriculum promotes equality of opportunity and diversity very effectively. As a result, pupils understand, appreciate and respect difference in the world and its people. Pupils are very well prepared for life in modern Britain.

What the school should improve

• Not all teachers consistently apply the school's effective strategies to support disadvantaged pupils, such as adapting their lessons and adapting their teaching to meet the needs of all pupils. When this happens, pupils' work is of a lower standard, left unfinished or not attempted. Leaders should ensure that all staff consistently support pupils so that learning is matched to pupils' needs and all pupils achieve as well as they are capable of achieving.

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