Thornhill Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 1 May 2024

Thornhill Academy is a warm and inclusive school. The school celebrates the diversity of its pupils. Many pupils join the school at different times of the year. They are often new to the country. These pupils are well supported by the school to settle in. Pupils value the diversity of cultures and the friendly community in school. Staff build an environment where pupils treat each other with respect. Pupils feel safe. They are confident to talk to each other and visitors. The school has high expectations for all pupils. The school aims to be 'a place where all pupils have the chances that they deserve'. Pupils benefit from this ethos because of improvements in the curriculum and a wide range of opportunities to engage with extra-curricular experiences. Behaviour around the school is calm. On the whole, pupils are focused in lessons. Where this is not the case, the school has clear systems to support pupils. Teachers and staff use these systems consistently. Pupils know that they have an adult who they trust and who they can talk to about any worries that they have.

What the school should improve

• There is some inconsistency in how well teachers are implementing the curriculum. On occasions, pupils do not have sufficient opportunity to practise or build their knowledge over time. The school should work with staff to ensure that the curriculum is implemented consistently well across all subjects.

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