Castlehead High School

Overview

The inspection team found that young people are a considerable strength, displaying confidence and pride in their school. Leadership is described as authentic and compassionate, fostering a culture of ambition, kindness, and respect across the school community.

Strengths

• Young people are "confident, welcoming and very proud of their school" with a strong sense of belonging.
• The headteacher’s leadership has fostered a culture of "ambition, kindness and respect" with strong, supportive relationships.
• Teachers work well together to improve learning, leading to "greater consistency and higher-quality learning experiences."
• Partners work effectively to enrich experiences, helping many young people achieve qualifications.
• Staff in the FLR support young people well through "bespoke approaches" and nurturing relationships.

Areas to improve

• Continue to develop high-quality teaching and learning, including a shared understanding of the "Castlehead lesson cycle."
• Continue to promote aspects of equality and diversity to help young people challenge discrimination and intolerance.
• Continue to raise attainment, with a specific focus on young people in S5 and S6.

Safeguarding

The report states that staff in the FLR support young people and their families very well, providing nurturing relationships that help them develop confidence and important skills for life.