Tettenhall Wood School

Overview

Tettenhall Wood School is described as a "happy school" where pupils settle quickly and behave "exceptionally well." The report highlights that staff are ambitious for pupils, who all have special educational needs, and that recent curriculum revisions are beginning to show positive impact.

Strengths

• Pupils "behave exceptionally well in and out of lessons" and get on well together.
• Staff have a "clear understanding of the individual needs of each pupil," allowing for effective support.
• The curriculum is "well thought through," with older pupils following qualifications matched to "clear career pathways."
• Personal development is enhanced by a "deliberately planned calendar of events" and links with local businesses.
• Transitions are "carefully managed," ensuring pupils feel supported throughout their school life.

Areas to improve

• The phonics curriculum is "not implemented consistently well," preventing some pupils from learning to read fluently.
• Curriculum implementation is not always checked accurately, meaning "some weaknesses in teaching are not identified and addressed quickly enough."

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.