Ashton Park School excels in recent Ofsted inspection

“Trips and guest speakers and school events give pupils a rich set of experiences that draw on the local area as well as further afield. Many pupils take part in a national award scheme that supports their wider development” the report goes on to say.

The achievements of the Sixth Form were also highlighted, which follows investment in this provision by the school in recent years. Students in the Sixth Form were found to be able to “…take qualifications that match their interests and future aspirations”, and that they are supported to “….take on leadership opportunities, such as being reading coaches for Year 7 pupils.” Ofsted also found that “Sixth Form students with SEND and pupils attending the resource base are well supported.”

Headteacher Richard

Uffendell said “I am proud that through spending time with our school community, Ofsted were able to see how the ‘Ashton Park Way’ of ‘high expectations, respect, and community values’ is helping our pupils and staff to achieve great things and a wonderful school environment.

“I would particularly like to thank the staff team for their hard work to support our students back into normal school life following the Covid pandemic, and for their work in setting and maintaining such high standards for everyone at our school. Ofsted specifically mention the adjustments we have made to the curriculum post Covid in the report, and this is credit to everyone’s hard work and commitment to providing excellent education and enrichment opportunities for our students” Richard concluded.

Nick Lewis, Interim CEO of Gatehouse Green Learning Trust said “This report highlights the excellent education Ashton Park School and Sixth Form offers our community. It is Good in all areas. The dedication and strong leadership of the school is now there for everyone to see in this report. It is particularly pleasing that Ofsted have noted the efforts staff go to get students ready for the next stage of life.”