Issue - meetings

To receive a report containing Ofsted reports that were released since the last meeting of the Committee and the school performance indicators.  

The Committee considered the School Performance Indicators and Ofsted reports which was set out in agenda pages 143-157. 

Addington School – short inspection, this school continues to be outstanding

The Chairman stated that the Headteacher at this school was very good.  Paul Senior stated that families were moving into the area because of the school.

Bulmershe School – this is a good school

Members were pleased to note the result.  It was noted that the part of the report containing the list of areas for development was missing and asked that this be included in reports.

Councillor Younis stated that this had been a two day inspection. He reported that the feedback from parents was positive and the leadership within the school was very strong.

In response to a question Paul Senior stated that in order for a school to achieve an overall outstanding result, all aspects had to be outstanding.

Members recognised that good schools needed to have strong Headteachers and senior leadership.

Piggott School – overall effectiveness good 

Members noted that the areas for development comments were missing from the report and asked to have it included in future reports.

Willow House Hospital School – this school continues to be outstanding

Councillor Ashwell stated that he had visited this school and was very impressed with the service they provided.

Members noted that this was a residential provision for children with an acute level of need.

RESOLVED That the Ofsted reports be noted.