The Bourne Academy Receives High Praise from Ofstedfor the Quality of Education and Pastoral Support

Here is a sample of some of the comments:

• With high academic expectations, ‘pupils’ attitudes to learning are strong’  and ‘teachers’ subject knowledge is strong’. 

 

• The Academy’s renowned visual and performing arts programme is a particular strength, with every Key Stage 3 student learning to play an instrument and read music. The report stated ‘pupils are effusive about the quality and provision for the visual and performing arts at the school - pupils relish the opportunities to play in the school orchestra and perform in the main plays that the school produces’.

 

• Students and parents value the school’s nurturing environment. ‘The school has high expectations for pupils to succeed academically as well as socially and emotionally.  In lessons and around the school, pupils behave well.  They demonstrate kindness and empathy towards each other.  The relationships between staff and pupils are nurturing and supportive’.

 

• Students with SEND receive personalised support to achieve their full potential, while a well-structured literacy programme ensures all students develop confidence in reading and writing. Furthermore, the report commented that the Academy ‘works ceaselessly to source bespoke support for pupils’.

 

 

• Beyond academics, the report comments on how well the Academy provides enriching extra-curricular activities, including theatre trips, sports clubs, and partnerships with Canford School: ‘the links with Canford School offer further opportunities for pupils to enhance their cultural and sporting knowledge’.

 

• The Sixth Form offers expert teaching and tailored guidance on university, apprenticeships, and career pathways. Inspectors noted that ‘students achieve well and value the quality of provision’, that there are ‘strong links with local employers’, and that ‘guidance about careers and further education is very detailed.’ 

 

• The Report comments on how ‘the school is led well’ and that ‘Governance is strong’, with knowledgeable governors providing strategic oversight.  It was noted that ‘staff share leaders’ vision and work hard to continually develop the quality of education’ and that ‘staff are almost unanimously proud to work at the school.’

 

• With effective safeguarding measures in place, The Bourne Academy remains a safe and inspiring place for students to grow.  ‘Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the quality of education and the pastoral support at the school.’

Thank you to all involved in our recent inspection, staff, students, governors and parents/carers.