Wellsway School in Keynsham earns praise for its ambitious students and strong educational outcomes, maintaining a ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted since 2019.
Wellsway School has around 1,329 students, including 214 in its sixth form. It’s part of the Futura Learning Partnership and was inspected by Ofsted in December last year.
The school sets high expectations for its students, who perform well academically. By the end of sixth form, students are ready for their future careers.
The Ofsted report highlights the school’s variety of clubs and trips. Many students get involved, especially in music and performance activities.
Students feel positive about their school. They focus on learning and treat each other with respect. The school takes bullying seriously and acts quickly when issues arise.
The curriculum at Wellsway is described as broad and well-structured. It builds on what students already know, helping them understand what they need to improve.
Sometimes, the school needs to adapt learning strategies better for some students. However, teachers are now more aware of the needs of students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Wellsway also checks how well students read. They’ve identified those who struggle but need to improve their comprehension skills consistently.
The school monitors attendance closely and acts quickly if some students miss school. They have strong systems in place to encourage high attendance.
In class, students engage well. For those who don’t meet expectations, the school uses appropriate measures. Students appreciate how their efforts are celebrated.
Wellsway has a solid careers program from year seven to year 13. It helps students make informed decisions about their future. Year 11 students receive good support for their transition to sixth form.
The school evaluates its decisions to ensure improvement for all students. Staff feel well-supported, and the school is active in the local community.
The headteacher, Rob Pearsall, expressed pride in the inspection results. He noted that the positive feedback reflects the hard work of students and staff.
Gary Schlick, the chief executive of Futura Learning Partnership, congratulated the school on its excellent report. He believes the staff and students will continue to achieve great things.
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