Henry Tyndale School

Overview

Henry Tyndale School continues to be an outstanding school, described as a "happy, caring and inclusive" environment where positive relationships help pupils flourish. Leaders and teachers set high standards, ensuring learning is both rigorous and enjoyable, while the curriculum is precisely tailored to meet the complex needs of pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.

Strengths

• The curriculum features "flexible pathways that are precisely tailored to pupils’ individual needs," with an "exemplary assessment framework" guiding staff.
• Staff use "positive approaches to manage pupils’ behaviour," interpreting actions effectively to support change and ensure pupils feel safe.
• Communication development is a priority, with most non-verbal pupils well-supported to use "alternative communication strategies" and personalised tablets.
• Therapies and professional partnerships significantly improve pupils’ movement, speech, and well-being, enabling achievements parents "never thought could be possible."
• Leaders are visible and supportive, with staff feeling "appreciated" and proud of the "high quality of training" provided.

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with clear processes, comprehensive staff training, and proactive collaboration with parents and agencies to ensure pupils are protected and supported with dignity.