Waverley School

Overview

Waverley School continues to be an outstanding school, providing a ‘calm and happy environment’ where pupils are ‘delighted to get to school each day’. The report highlights a highly ambitious curriculum that is ‘exceptionally well tailored to the needs of each pupil’, supported by staff who maintain high expectations and foster strong, caring relationships.

Strengths

• The curriculum is ‘highly ambitious’ and broken down into ‘the very smallest steps of learning’, ensuring activities are purposeful for pupils with severe or profound and complex learning difficulties.
• Communication is prioritised for all pupils through skilful use of methods such as ‘eye gaze technology, Makaton and communication books’, allowing every child to express themselves.
• Staff work collaboratively with professionals and use effective assessment to inform ‘plans for pupils’ next steps’, ensuring individual progress is closely monitored and supported.
• Pupils are well prepared for independence, with opportunities for physical development and leadership roles, such as sixth-form students running a ‘school café and cleaning team’.
• Leaders provide ‘beneficial professional development opportunities’ and foster a supportive team culture, with the governing body offering ‘highly effective’ challenge and support.

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.