The Hyndburn Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 May 2026

Pupils arrive to school in a calm and orderly manner. They are greeted by staff, who know them well. Pupils start the day in a positive way. Any concerns are addressed so that learning can begin promptly. Pupils are safe. They are confident that any worries that they have, when reported, will be addressed by staff who care about them. Bullying is rare. If it does happen, pupils know that they can tell a member of staff and that it will be resolved promptly and effectively. This generally, calm and pleasant atmosphere helps pupils to attend school regularly. On the whole, pupils behave well, both in and out of lessons. Pupils know that the recent focus on high standards of behaviour have, typically, had a positive impact on school life. In lessons, pupils, generally, focus on their learning and try hard. On occasion, however, some pupils struggle and gaps in their knowledge develop. This is because teachers have not checked well enough what they know. Over time, pupils have not achieved as well as they should in the national examinations at the end of year 11. Pupils in school now, however, are typically making appropriate progress through the curriculum. Pupils who need help to reduce any barriers to their learning and/or wellbeing receive effective support through the ‘Thrive’ centre. They appreciate the specialist help that staff provide them with. As such, pupils benefit from the support the school has to offer. From pottery to dance and from rugby to taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh’s award scheme, there are lots of opportunities for pupils to develop new interests and skills. Those who are new to the school are supported to settle in quickly. Pupils typically enjoy positive relationships with their staff and their peers. They are proud of the diversity of the school community.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should ensure that teachers' checks of what pupils know and can do are carried out consistently and effectively so that any gaps in knowledge are addressed promptly.
• Leaders should ensure that pupils get the academic help they need, in a timely way, to achieve well in national examinations at the end of year 11.
• Leaders should further develop their work with parents and carers so that there is an effective partnership between home and school to support pupils' learning.

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