Range High School

Overview

Range High School is judged as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, marking significant improvement from its previous ‘Requires improvement’ rating. Leaders have raised expectations for behaviour and achievement, resulting in a curriculum that is “more ambitious” and pupils who are “proud of their school.” The report highlights a positive culture where staff foster strong relationships, and pupils feel safe and supported.

Strengths

• Pupils demonstrate “positive” behaviour, are “polite and courteous,” and respect differences between people.
• The curriculum is well-designed, with subject leaders carefully identifying key knowledge to help pupils “build on what they already know.”
• Leaders identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “swiftly,” ensuring they receive appropriate support.
• Sixth-form students achieve well and act as “credible role models,” supporting younger pupils and leading assemblies.
• Staff morale is high, with leaders considering workload and well-being; governance has been strengthened by new trustees with relevant expertise.

Areas to improve

• Assessment information in some key stage 3 subjects is not used effectively to identify misconceptions or plan next steps in learning.
• Staff lack the necessary skills to support pupils in the early stages of learning to read, preventing them from accessing the full curriculum.
• Healthy relationships and consent are not taught in sufficient depth in key stage 4 and the sixth form, leaving some pupils less prepared for future life.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with staff who are vigilant, well-trained, and prompt in reporting concerns and working with other agencies.