Brynmawr Foundation School

Overview

The report states that the headteacher has worked to create stability and instigate change, but these efforts have not yet had a sufficient impact on teaching or pupil standards. Most inspection areas are judged as "Unsatisfactory and needs urgent improvement," with the school placed in special measures.

Strengths

• The school maintains a "supportive and inclusive ethos" with effective pastoral transition arrangements for vulnerable pupils.
• Staff are engaging "enthusiastically in professional learning" and feel valued.
• Pupils demonstrate positive social skills, being "confident and polite in their interactions with adults."
• There is high participation in extracurricular activities, including drama, music, and sport clubs.
• The governing body provides "useful and robust challenge" regarding budget and finance.

Areas to improve

• Improve pupils’ standards across the school, particularly literacy and numeracy skills.
• Improve pupils’ behaviour and attitudes to learning, as many lack resilience and motivation.
• Strengthen leadership at all levels to better identify areas for development and plan effectively.

Safeguarding

The report states that "arrangements for safeguarding meet requirements and give no cause for concern."