The quotations below are from the newly published Harrodian Ofsted report. To access the full report, please use this link
The behaviour of pupils is outstanding. Across all parts of this large school a common factor in lessons is pupils’ curiosity and dedication to learning.
"Barriers to learning for individual pupils are promptly identified and skilfully overcome."
"Pupils’ personal development is very well supported by skilful staff and specialist speakers."
Teachers in the early years accurately assess children's starting points and and enable them to make good progress in a nurturing encouraging environment
The school is rightly proud of pupils’ standards of work in art, music and drama.
Pupils benefit from an impressive range of enrichment activities and experiences which bring learning to life for them.
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"Pupils develop a strong understanding of the school’s values and come across as happy, motivated learners."
"Parents and pupils rightly praised a high level of pastoral support in the sixth form... The culture of open discussion and support ensures that students’ voices are strong."
"Students are very well prepared for their next steps into adult life. Students say that the report they receive in their university applications is 'fantastic'"
The outstanding sixth form ensures that pupils build on firm foundations so they can make well-informed, individual choices about future education and employment