The Sacred Heart Language College

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 5 November 2024

The school has an ethos of service to others and a community spirit. There is a wealth of opportunity for pupils to undertake leadership roles, develop their talents and interests and broaden their horizons. Pupils plan and deliver assemblies on topics such as neurodiversity and anti-bullying week. They support their peers through mentoring and freshers' fairs for enrichment activities. Many take part in charity and community events. Pupils respond well to the school's challenge of pursuing excellence in all they do. They develop strong subject knowledge, which results in high outcomes in public examinations. The school provides an ambitious curriculum for pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). These pupils' needs are identified swiftly, and the school provides effective support so that they achieve well alongside their peers. The school has high expectations for pupils' behaviour. In class, pupils are highly motivated and enjoy their learning. Pupils are largely polite and courteous around the school site. However, at times, a few pupils' conduct falls short of the high expectations of the school. Most pupils show kindness and respect for one another. They are encouraged to have high aspirations and are consistently prepared for their next steps. Pupils feel safe and attend school well.

What the school should improve

• Some pupils' conduct around the school is not as high as their behaviour in class. As a result, these pupils do not consistently meet the school's high expectations and do not present the positive attitudes and self-control of which they are capable. The school should ensure that pupils routinely apply the strong values they have learned so that they conduct themselves well throughout the school day.

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