The Priory School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 7 November 2023

Pupils at The Priory feel exceptionally valued by all staff and say they are 'lucky' to attend such a great school, and they are indeed. The school's focus on the values of kindness, understanding and empathy, and the staff's consistent modelling of these values, helps pupils to develop into self-assured, selfless and successful learners. This is a community where all are confident to be themselves, where everyone is accepted and where differences are embraced and celebrated. The exceptionally positive and respectful relationships between staff and pupils have created an environment that is calm yet allows pupils to express themselves and have fun. Pupils have a deep appreciation and understanding of why they should behave well and take pride in doing so. They manage their own behaviours in a highly mature way. Behaviour throughout the school is exemplary. All staff have an uncompromising focus on supporting all pupils, including those with the most complex and challenging needs, to achieve as highly as possible. This, along with the skills and expertise of the staff, enables pupils to make strong progress in their studies. With the addition of the exceptional careers offer, pupils are very well prepared for their next steps after The Priory.

What the school should improve

• Occasionally, teachers do not ensure that all pupils produce work to the highest possible standard. This limits the progress that some pupils make. The school should ensure that all teachers consistently support all pupils to complete their work to a high standard so that they all achieve to the best of their ability.

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