百春链

百春链 Academy Adwick rated 鈥楪ood鈥� across the board by Ofsted.

The 11-18 school which has almost 1100 pupils on roll, was previously rated as 鈥楻equires Improvement鈥� with 鈥楪ood鈥� Leadership following an Ofsted inspection in 2018.

Andy Scruby, Principal, commented on the new rating, saying:

鈥淭his improved grading is a fantastic achievement for the whole school community and is testament to the hard work of staff, students, parents, governors and the support of the academy trust.鈥�

The report praises the academy's overall effectiveness, quality of education, behaviour and attitudes and personal development.

Highlights from the report include;

• 鈥湴俅毫� Academy Adwick is a friendly and inclusive school where everyone is welcome. Leaders pride themselves on their high expectations.鈥�

• 鈥淭he school has a supportive and caring culture. Staff build warm and friendly relationships with pupils. Pupils achieve their full potential. Pupils know that staff will listen to them if they have a concern.鈥�

• 鈥淟eaders have created a positive culture at the school. Pupils鈥� achievements are celebrated regularly.鈥�

• 鈥淎 wide range of qualifications are on offer, including for pupils in the sixth form. The school curriculum prepares pupils well for their next stage in employment, education or training. The curriculum is ambitious for all pupils.鈥�

• 鈥淪taff present topics with enthusiasm. They are knowledgeable about their subjects.鈥� 

• 鈥淧upils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported by staff. These pupils have appropriate plans which match their individual needs. Staff meet these needs well in lessons.鈥�

• 鈥淪taff are proud to work at the school. Their wellbeing and workload are a priority for leaders. Staff benefit from regular training and development opportunities. Leaders have made many successful changes to the school over time.鈥�

Andy Scruby added:

鈥淲e are extremely proud of this external validation from Ofsted which recognises our dedication and determination to do the very best, putting children first and transforming lives. 

鈥淚t is a fantastic milestone, to be judged 鈥楪ood鈥� in every category, we continually strive to ensure every student has an excellent experience and achieves their full potential. 

鈥淚 would like to thank everyone at the academy, including parents and carers, as we work together in making 百春链 Academy Adwick a very special place.鈥�

Dr Phil Smith, Regional Executive Principal, said of the improvement:

鈥淭he improved Ofsted grade goes some way to recognising the level of commitment that Andy Scruby and his staff have for their young people. The students at Adwick have the potential to achieve amazing outcomes, and it is this belief, coupled with the collaboration of all parties working together, that will secure the extraordinary futures they deserve. 

鈥淲ell done to the leadership team for driving this goal, and especially to the students who try their best every day鈥�.