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The school promotes a broad range of attributes alongside academic success. There is a strong sense of community. There are opportunities built into the curriculum for creativity, activity and service so all pupils get a wide range of experiences.
All pupils can participate in multiple clubs before and after school. There is a wide range of trips, including international opportunities. There are no barriers to participation.
The school is determined that everyone should benefit from these rich experiences.
Pupils are diligent. They persevere and are extremely proud of their work.
Pupils benefit from the high expectations ...that the school has for their academic achievement and wider participation. They are encouraged to ask questions and learn to appreciate different views. Pupils become inquiring, caring and motivated to succeed.
They know they can do well. The school believes that 'anything is possible' and the academic and pastoral support pupils receive from adults is of exceptional quality.
Pupils benefit from a calm and purposeful atmosphere in lessons and around the school.
They behave exceptionally well. They have a mature understanding of each other's needs. They celebrate each other's unique qualities and differences.
What does the school do well and what does it need to do better?
The school has an ambitious, broad and challenging curriculum. This is guided by the principles of the International Baccalaureate (IB). All pupils are expected to engage in a wide range of studies that extend beyond the taught curriculum.
They do. Their inquiry-based work helps them develop their independence, interpersonal skills and service to their community. Their work is of a very high quality.
Pupils' ability to engage in discussion and work together is particularly well developed. Pupils complete their written work with pride and care. This includes students in the sixth form.
Teachers have excellent subject knowledge. They receive extensive and high-quality training. Staff are very skilled in using effective ways to teach the curriculum.
Teachers select a wide variety of learning activities that ensure pupils learn effectively. Pupils grow in confidence as their knowledge and skills develop. Pupils achieve exceptionally well, whatever their starting point.
A high number of pupils with special education needs and/or disabilities (SEND) attend the school. Pupils' individual needs are quickly identified. All staff are skilled in supporting pupils with SEND.
Consequently, pupils with SEND access the full curriculum. They work effectively alongside their peers or in small bespoke groups. Pupils with SEND achieve well.
Pupils enjoy coming to school. Attendance is high. Pupils meet the school's expectations for good behaviour.
Staff know their pupils exceptionally well. Any rare lapses in conduct are dealt with according to the needs of the individual. Pupils accept that different pupils need various types of support.
The school emphasises the importance and love of reading. Teachers are skilled in extending pupils' vocabulary in all subjects. Library lessons ensure pupils are introduced to different types of books.
Pupils at the early stages of learning to read are identified swiftly. A range of effective interventions are put in place to support them. This ensures pupils develop the skills they need to read confidently and fluently.
The school's personal development provision is exemplary. The personal, social, health and economic curriculum teaches pupils about topics such as mental health and well-being, physical health, healthy relationships, including consent, and staying safe online. Pupils demonstrate an understanding of diversity and treat each other with respect.
Pupils and students in the sixth form can take on leadership positions, such as being members of the Impington Students Union. They work with leaders to effect change. This has included the recently implemented policy not to allow mobile phones in school.
Specialist speakers supplement the careers programme. There are appropriate visits and work experience opportunities. Pupils and students in the sixth form are exceptionally well prepared for the opportunities available to them when they leave school.
Parents are very positive about what the school provides for their children. The school prioritises engagement with parents and works hard to communicate effectively. This includes regular written communication, explanatory videos, information evenings and coffee mornings.
Leaders at all levels are relentless in working to continually improve all pupils' experiences and achievements. Staff well-being and the sensitive management of workload are a high priority. Members of staff appreciate this.
They enjoy working here. The trust and local governing body are exceptionally active in providing support for staff to ensure that standards remain high.
