Orchard School Bristol is celebrating a highly positive Ofsted report following its latest inspection.
Inspectors visited the 958-pupil secondary in March and judged that the school had taken effective action to maintain the standards since the watchdog’s previous visits in 2019 and 2015, when it was said to be Good.
Lead inspector James Oldham wrote: “Pupils are happy and safe at this inclusive school. Pupils stand up for the school’s values, such as being open-minded and responsible.”
His report said Orchard School, which has many pupils who are disadvantaged and have special educational needs and disabilities, had recently raised its expectations of children’s achievement, behaviour and conduct.
“The school makes a very strong contribution to pupils’ personal development. Pupils benefit from a wide range of extracurricular opportunities.”
Headteacher Melanie Sweet, pictured, said: “We are delighted with our recent Ofsted report, which shows we are a seriously good, inclusive school where our children are safe and happy and stand up for their values.
“I am immensely proud of how far we have come as a team, and privileged, every day, to lead this beautiful school. Staff, pupils and the wider community deserve this glowing report.”