Mossbourne Community Academy

Overview

Mossbourne Community Academy delivers “transformational” academic achievement, with pupils’ outcomes described as “life-changing” and among the best in the country. The curriculum is “exemplary” and “ambitious,” ensuring all pupils, including the most vulnerable, are exceptionally well prepared for future success. However, the report highlights that some pupils lack a strong sense of belonging, and relationships with parents and governors require strengthening to ensure consistent pastoral care and timely resolution of concerns.

Strengths

• Pupils’ achievement is “exceptional,” with rapid progress for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and disadvantaged backgrounds.
• The curriculum is “exemplary,” balancing academic rigour with the “Bourne scholar” programme to develop wider skills and character.
• Teaching is “highly inclusive” and expertly delivered, with assessment used effectively to address misunderstandings without delay.
• Attendance is excellent, supported by “expert oversight” and personalised plans for vulnerable pupils.
• Post-16 provision is of the “highest quality,” with students achieving excellent grades and accessing diverse, high-quality destinations.

Areas to improve

• Ensure pupils subject to consequences are consistently reintegrated into lessons without unnecessary delays and receive uniform pastoral care.
• Strengthen pupils’ sense of belonging and wellbeing, providing increased opportunities for them to share their views.
• Build trusting relationships with parents and the wider community, addressing concerns and complaints in a more timely and constructive manner.
• Increase governors’ oversight and challenge regarding behaviour management systems and their impact on pupils’ day-to-day experiences.

Safeguarding

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