School shares 'immense pride' after receiving positive Ofsted report
William Howard School was inspected by the education watchdog on Tuesday, June 24 and Wednesday, June 25.
Although Ofsted no longer provided overall effectives judgements for state-funded schools, the report concluded that the Brampton school has taken 'effective action' to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection.
William Howard School was rated 'good' after its last full inspection in May 2019.
In its final report, Ofsted praised the school's community and its high expectations for pupils.
The report said: "Pupils quickly develop a strong feeling of belonging to this school. Despite coming from a wide geographic area and different backgrounds, they are united by their understanding of 'The William Howard Way'.
"Pupils delight in contributing to the school community. For instance, students in the sixth form support younger pupils with their reading.
"Pupils in the 'open spaces' group relish their roles caring for the school's animals."
The report also acknowledged areas where the school can continue to improve, including the clarity of key knowledge in certain key stage three subject and the extension of reading support into key stage 4.
In a letter to parents after the school received its latest Ofsted report, William Howard School's headteacher Kath Pigdon shared her delight at its findings.
She said: "It is with immense pride that I share a report that captures the heart and soul of William Howard School, a place where pupils quickly develop a strong sense of belonging, underpinned by our shared values and the unifying strength of 'The William Howard Way'."
"Despite our students coming from many different areas and backgrounds, the inspectors recognised what we see every day a community bound by mutual respect, aspiration, and a commitment to each other.
"I would also like to thank you our wider school community for your continued support. We recognise the strength of this partnership is a vital part of our success.
"This report is not just a reflection of a school inspection; it is a celebration of our young people and all that they achieve here."
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