Trinity Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 23 January 2024

Pupils at Trinity Academy belong to a vibrant community. This is an ambitious school that wants the very best for its pupils, both academically and pastorally. The extra- curricular programme is exceptional. It is not an added extra but something in which nearly all pupils participate. A wide variety of clubs and activities are inclusive and valued by all. Many pupils represent the school in sports teams. Younger pupils take part in music ensembles, and they all sing in choirs. Many continue with music as they move through the school. Pupils understand that their school has high expectations of them. They feel supported to achieve highly. The vast majority of pupils learn effectively, from a well-planned curriculum. They value the positive relationships they have with staff. Lessons are not disrupted by poor behaviour. The school is calm and orderly because pupils understand the rules and routines in place. Pupils describe the school as tolerant and respectful. They take the 'Trinity Pledge', which teaches pupils to stand up for fairness, kindness and equity. The school's ambition, to nourish the 'head, heart and soul' of the pupils who attend, is fully understood by the school community. The school provides a wealth of opportunities and celebrates its cultural diversity. This prepares pupils well for life in modern Britain.

What the school should improve

• In a few subjects at key stage 3, the implementation of the curriculum is less effective than in others. The work pupils are given does not always enable them to achieve the aims of the curriculum. This is because teaching does not always use assessment effectively. When this occurs, pupils do not produce high-quality work or remember what they have learned. The trust must support teachers to implement the intended curriculum effectively in these subjects.

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