The Iffley Academy

Overview

The Iffley Academy continues to be an outstanding school, providing a highly nurturing environment where pupils feel valued and accepted. The report highlights a culture of high expectations that enables pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities, to achieve highly from their individual starting points.

Strengths

• The curriculum is "highly aspirational" and "expertly wrapped around pupils’ individual learning needs," ensuring it meets specific pastoral and academic requirements.
• Staff possess "expert subject knowledge" and provide "precise and highly encouraging feedback," helping pupils embed knowledge securely.
• A "superbly considered phonics programme" and timely interventions successfully support pupils who have fallen behind in reading.
• Pupils’ personal development is "first rate," with effective preparation for adult life through life skills, careers advice, and community volunteering.
• Staff morale is "sky high," supported by a board of trustees that ensures the school "never stands still."

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.