Hornsea School and Language College

Overview

The report describes a school at the heart of its coastal community where pupils benefit from "warm relationships with staff" and an inclusive culture. While attendance and behaviour are highlighted as clear strengths, the report notes that achievement is mixed, with outcomes for disadvantaged pupils and those with low prior attainment remaining "too weak."

Strengths

• Attendance has improved considerably, with figures for some groups, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, exceeding national averages.
• Pupils’ behaviour is a "clear strength," characterised by calm movement around the site, courtesy, and rare instances of bullying.
• Pastoral care is a "notable strength," with pupils describing staff as caring and approachable, helping them feel safe and supported.
• The sixth form offers an "extensive and well-structured study programme" with strong careers education and high performance in Applied General qualifications.
• Leaders have built an inclusive culture, effectively supporting pupils with education, health and care plans and those facing difficult circumstances.

Areas to improve

• Leaders must strengthen the consistency and precision of assessment to ensure teachers use information effectively to address gaps in learning.
• Outcomes at the end of key stage 4 for disadvantaged pupils and those with low prior attainment need to improve.
• The curriculum and teaching must help pupils develop a "secure, detailed knowledge of fundamental British values and aspects of life in modern Britain."

Safeguarding

The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified, acted upon, and managed, ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.