Oasis Academy Temple Quarter

Overview

This new school, which opened in September 2023, is fulfilling the expected standard of education and care. Leaders have effectively managed the school’s opening and growth, establishing a positive culture where pupils feel safe and valued. While most aspects of school life are running well, the report notes that some systems are still new and require more time to fully embed and demonstrate their impact.

Strengths

• Pupils develop 'confident knowledge' across subjects and can explain what they know clearly, with strong progress in reading and mathematics.
• Leaders have established 'highly effective school routines' that foster positive relationships and a purposeful atmosphere for learning.
• The school provides effective support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, including tailored interventions and pastoral care.
• Disadvantaged pupils benefit from a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities and a curriculum that celebrates diverse backgrounds.
• Staff receive effective training, maintaining a culture built on high expectations despite the challenges of a new school environment.

Areas to improve

• Leaders should develop strategies to address weaknesses in some pupils' writing skills, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
• Leaders should continue their work to improve pupils’ attendance and reduce persistent absence, particularly for Year 9 and vulnerable groups.

Safeguarding

The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed to ensure pupils feel safe.