Ofsted Reports

Ofsted Report (2022)Ofsted Report (2022)
  • Senior leaders, including governors, have demonstrated the capacity to improve the standard of education provided by the school.
  • Leaders have reviewed the curriculum, so that the courses offered match pupils’ needs and interests and preparethem for their next steps in education or employment effectively
  • Leaders’ actions have led to routinely good teaching and learning in a number of subjects, including English, art and drama.
  • The sixth form provides a good standard of education. Consequently, most students attain strong outcomes and move on to suitable next steps in education and employment

Staff have high expectations for pupils’ and students’ behaviour and learning. Pupils and students behave well in lessons and around the school site. They are polite to each other and look out for others in the school.

Ofsted 2022

Leaders provide effective careers guidance to pupils from Year 7 through to Year 13. Clear guidance, including preparation for interviews and ‘Work Ready Days’, helps pupils and students to make considered choices for their next steps.

Ofsted 2022

Leaders have created a welcoming and supportive environment at this school. Pupils and students achieve well in their learning. They are well prepared for their next steps in education, employment and training.

Ofsted 2022

Pupils including students in the sixth form, are proud to attend Caldew School. They feel well supported, happy and safe in this welcoming community. There are high level of trust and respect between pupils, students and staff.

Ofsted 2022

There is a strong culture of safeguarding in place, with clear systems to record any concerns. Leaders keep safeguarding relevant to all members of the school community through regular updates, training, alerts and reminders.

Ofsted 2022