A Solihull school has turned its reputation around, now ranking as one of the most improved in England after tackling bullying and fights.
In March 2023, the school got an inadequate rating. There were fights and bullying all the time. After that, Ofsted made several visits to check on progress.
The visits weren’t about giving grades but to see how things were changing. School leaders were thrilled with the latest findings. They said they’ve made real progress.
However, there’s still work to do. The school needs to improve more to get out of special measures. It mainly serves students from Chelmsley Wood and north Solihull.
Last year, the school saw a big jump in attendance. They became the most improved in the Solihull area. Principal Steve Huntington is happy but knows there’s a long way to go.
In June 2023, Ofsted had a harsh report. They said students felt unsafe and that fights were common. Bullying was a big issue, and students didn’t trust staff to help.
But in the latest report, Ofsted praised the school for many improvements. They noted better behavior, stronger parent-teacher relationships, and effective safeguarding.
Stuart Clarkson, the inspector, said the school is making the right changes at the right pace. Students are attending more because they want to learn.
Principal Huntington expressed pride in the school’s journey. He thanked parents for their support and emphasized the staff’s commitment to students’ education.
