Trumpington Community College

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 November 2023

Pupils know that staff at the school have unashamedly high ambition for them. They appreciate the hard work teachers put into designing engaging and challenging lessons. Pupils respond by working hard. They produce high-quality work and, as a result, learn well. They make exceptional progress and achieve excellent exam outcomes. Older pupils can see how the school has improved in recent years. They can see how all pupils learn in quiet, calm classrooms. Pupils acknowledge that disruption still occurs occasionally. However, they have confidence in their teachers to deal with any interruption quickly and consistently. Pupils relish the opportunities the school provides beyond the classroom. They welcome responsibility and the chance for personal growth. Over half of eligible pupils take part in The Duke of Edinburgh's Award. These opportunities help individual personal growth. Pupils develop pride in becoming valuable members of their community. Parents are highly supportive of the school. One comment, reflective of many, was: 'The statistics show the school is clearly achieving exceptional academic things with all its students. But it is that it manages this in a joyful, safe and loving way that I find so deeply impressive. I love going there and so do my children.'

What the school should improve

• The school has not determined precisely enough the underlying reasons a small number of pupils cannot meet the high expectations leaders have for their behaviour and conduct. Consequently, some pupils experience a high rate of sanctions and suspension from school. The school should ensure that it understands and addresses the root causes of some pupils' behaviours.

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