The Cavendish School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 13 March 2024

Pupils flourish at this school, fulfilling the school motto of 'enabling the self'. Many pupils have had a significant amount of disrupted education before joining. It is often the first positive school experience that pupils have. From the outset, pupils benefit from the relentless determination that staff have for them to succeed. Pupils' individual needs and interests are precisely understood. Everyone is accepted for who they are. Pupils respond positively to this. As a result, they re-engage with learning exceptionally well. With great care and expertise, pupils are supported to integrate successfully into school life and routines. Pupils return to attending school regularly. They make significant academic and social progress within a short period of time. Pupils are motivated to take GCSEs and are optimistic about their future careers. Pupils receive high-quality support to manage their feelings and emotions. They value how well adults understand them. This reduces anxiety. The school is calm. Pupils work and play cooperatively due to clear expectations and well-adapted provision. Pupils enjoy competitive games. There is a successful football team. Pupils enjoy cooking, enrichment afternoons, reward trips and visiting the local community. Young entrepreneurs are encouraged. Pupils access role models who represent what neurodiverse individuals can accomplish.

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