St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill

Wimborne, BH21 7AB · Dorset · middle school

Ofsted: Good · 2018 Mixed Middle deemed secondary Church of England
OfstedGood
Pupils583
FSM14.8%
KS2 expected65%
AI summary of the Ofsted report Inspected 2024-04-30 · Tap to collapse

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Overview: St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill continues to be a good school. Pupils enjoy school, attend well, and actively engage in opportunities provided. The school has high expectations for behaviour and a strong focus on reading.

Strengths:

  • Pupils develop confident communication skills through the English curriculum.
  • The school accurately identifies pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and provides effective support.
  • Pupils are well prepared for the next stage in their education, with a strong understanding of careers and opportunities.
  • The school is passionate about developing pupils' talents and interests, with a range of musical and dramatic performances.
  • The personal development curriculum prepares pupils well for adult life, teaching them about sex and relationships, health, and fundamental British values.

Areas to improve:

  • In some subjects, the curriculum is not as well implemented as in others, meaning pupils do not gain the same level of knowledge and understanding in these areas.

Safeguarding: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

Ofsted judgement breakdown (2018-01-31)

Overall effectiveness
Good
Effectiveness of leadership and management
Good
Safeguarding is effective?
Yes

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