Whitcliffe Mount, A Share Academy

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 4 March 2025

Pupils enjoy attending this welcoming school. Pupils recognise the improvements the school continues to make. This is particularly so for older pupils, who can see improvement over time. Pupils value the support they get from their teachers. They are proud to attend the school. Many pupils meet the school's high expectations for achievement. Pupils recognise the increased expectations for their behaviour. They enjoy learning in purposeful classrooms. Many pupils achieve well in public examinations. As a result, they are well prepared for their next steps. An increasing number of pupils study a suite of more academic qualifications known as the English Baccalaureate. Pupils understand how their subject choices support them in their chosen next steps. Pupils value the school's motto of 'Belong'. They know that someone cares for them and that they are a part of this school community. They demonstrate the values that underpin 'Belong'. For example, they show high levels of engagement in their learning. Pupils receive effective support to help them explore options for their future. This helps them develop aspirations for jobs they would like to do. These include becoming a pilot or a vet. These high aspirations help pupils understand the importance of their education.

What the school should improve

• Some strategies to support disadvantaged pupils are still new. They have not yet narrowed gaps for disadvantaged pupils. This means that some of these pupils do not yet achieve or attend as well as their peers. The school needs to further refine strategies and carefully monitor their impact to ensure that these gaps close further.

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