Al-Burhan Grammar School

Overview

The report describes a school where pupils achieve highly across the curriculum, with academic standards that are "consistently strong." Leaders provide a "top-quality education" supported by staff with "strong subject knowledge" and a "very carefully designed" curriculum that exceeds national requirements.

Strengths

• The curriculum is "ambitious" and "well organised," particularly in reading, where texts are chosen for their "literary merit" and challenge increases as pupils progress.
• Pupils display "exemplary" conduct and attitudes, creating a "calm, orderly place" where they feel happy and safe.
• Staff are "well qualified" and show "commitment and passion," effectively tracking progress and providing extra tuition for those needing to catch up.
• Personal development is supported by a "firmly established" personal, social and health education programme and pupil-led clubs that build "character and resilience."
• Pupils are "extremely well prepared" for future steps through "thoughtful careers guidance" and high levels of achievement.

Areas to improve

• The report notes the school aims to "do even more to give pupils a voice in school," building on recent steps to strengthen pupil leadership.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular updates and all required checks on adults’ suitability completed correctly.