Chiltern Way Academy Wokingham

Overview

The report describes Chiltern Way Academy as an ‘exceptional school’ where pupils feel ‘accepted’ and ‘included’. It highlights a ‘tangibly positive, happy, and nurturing environment’ driven by dedicated staff who understand pupils as ‘unique individuals’. The school has undergone a ‘rapid’ journey of improvement since joining its trust, resulting in high-quality provision for pupils with special educational needs.

Strengths

• The curriculum is ‘aspirational and meticulously organised’, offering both academic and vocational routes that prepare pupils for ‘paid employment’.
• Staff collaborate effectively with therapists to deliver ‘high-quality training’, ensuring expert knowledge of subjects and pupils’ specific needs.
• There is a ‘noteworthy focus on reading’, with pupils ‘expertly supported’ to overcome barriers and grow in confidence.
• Pupils co-produce their own targets and benefit from ‘consistent approaches, underpinned with dignity and respect’ for managing behaviour.
• ‘Weekly curriculum enrichment sessions’ provide extensive activities, fostering tolerance, teamwork, and community engagement.

Areas to improve

The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.