Spring Common Academy

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Name Spring Common Academy
Inspections
Ofsted Inspections
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Headteacher Ms Rebecca Greig
Address American Lane, Huntingdon, PE29 1TQ
Phone Number 01480377403
Phase Academy (special)
Type Academy special converter
Age Range 2-19
Religious Character Does not apply
Gender Mixed
Number of Pupils 215
Local Authority Cambridgeshire
Highlights from Latest Inspection
This inspection rating relates to a predecessor school. When a school converts to an academy, is taken over or closes and reopens as a new school a formal link is created between the new school and the old school, by the Department for Education. Where the new school has not yet been inspected, we show the inspection history of the predecessor school, as we believe it still has significance.

Summary of key findings for parents and pupils

This is an outstanding school. Students make outstanding progress, particularly in communication skills. This means that they are exceptionally well prepared for the next stage in their education or training.

Students make outstanding progress in English and mathematics. They apply what they have learned in these subjects in all lessons and this enables them to make remarkable achievements in other subjects. Teaching is outstanding and this is a significant improvement from the last inspection.

Teachers plan activities meticulously for each individual student which ensures that each makes at least good progress. Other adults make an exceptional contribution to... student's outstanding progress. Students work very hard to live up to the high expectations set for them to ensure that their behaviour is outstanding.

Learning is rarely affected by disruptive behaviour. Students feel very safe and secure and well cared for. The sixth form is outstanding and students make exceptionally good progress here because they spend an increasing amount of time applying their skills in an adult situation.

Partnerships with parents, health professionals, and local colleges and schools in the region impact well on achievement. The plans made for students are very well organised and contribute very well to their rapid progress. They are enriched by a wide variety of different experiences both within school and in other locations.

The headteacher is very ambitious for the achievement of the students. Management of the quality of teaching is highly effective and this has ensured that students have made ever increasing progress since the last inspection. The governing body makes an excellent contribution to the leadership of the school.

It understands clearly what is happening in school and makes decisions based on the first hand knowledge it gathers.

Information about this school

The large majority of students have either severe learning difficulties or autism. A small minority of students have profound and multiple learning difficulties or moderate learning difficulties and a small minority have either additional behavioural difficulties, visual or hearing impairment or complex medical conditions.

The majority of students are boys. All students have a statement of special educational needs. The proportion of students who speak English as an additional language is above the national average.

The number of students from minority ethnic backgrounds is in line with national averages. The proportions of students eligible for the pupil premium is above average. The school holds Eco Schools Green Flag Award, International Award Intermediate, Sportsmark and Healthy School status.


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