Alexandra Park School

Overview

Pupils “thrive” at this academy, which was judged “Outstanding” across all inspection categories. The report describes a school where students are “very proud” to attend, benefit from a “broad and highly ambitious” curriculum, and are kept safe within a supportive community. Leaders and staff maintain “very high expectations” for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Strengths

• The curriculum is “broad and highly ambitious,” with leaders ensuring “effective sequencing” so pupils build on prior learning and feel confident tackling complex ideas.
• Teachers are “experts in their subjects” who present information clearly, check understanding consistently, and are “swift to address any misconceptions.”
• Pupils with SEND receive “personalised support” from well-trained staff, enabling them to access the same curriculum as their peers and “achieve well.”
• There is a strong focus on reading, with pupils having regular opportunities to read “high-quality books” and receiving extra support for phonics where needed.
• Staff wellbeing is prioritised, with an “open-door policy” and opportunities for professional development, while governors provide “highly effective challenge and support.”

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with a “strong culture” where staff are well trained to identify concerns and leaders deal with them swiftly.