The Minster School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 November 2023

Pupils appreciate the calm, orderly and focused ethos across the school. The school's 'WORKS' values are lived by pupils daily. High behavioural expectations are set. These are met consistently. Pupils' conduct is very positive. Behaviour is very good. Pupils are polite and respectful. Bullying is rare. Staff deal with it appropriately when it occurs. Staff have high expectations of what pupils can learn and achieve. Pupils learn well and achieve highly. They apply themselves well. They take their learning seriously. They take pride in their work and successes. Pupils are safe. They know who to turn to if they have any worries. Pastoral care is very strong. Junior department pupils get off to a great start. They especially value music learning and how staff care for them. Sixth-form students appreciate the support they receive. They are proud of the school. They are positive role models for younger pupils. Sixth-form students benefit from exceptional provision. The vast majority of parents and carers are very pleased with the school's provision. They value the school's inclusive and supportive culture. They recognise the school's many strengths, including the extensive range of experiences provided for pupils' personal development. These personal development opportunities are exceptional.

What the school should improve

• The school has improved its provision for pupils with SEND in the last year. However, the school has not wholly consolidated its processes to identify the needs of all pupils with SEND. The school has not fully embedded provision for pupils with SEND across the main school. Consequently, not all pupils with SEND receive the very highest quality provision. The school should ensure that these pupils' needs are fully identified and that provision enables all pupils with SEND to gain the very best learning possible.

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