Controversial Ofsted report finally published – and paints glowing picture of school where 'pupils flourish'

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The school has clashed with Ofsted after being downgraded from 'outstanding' overall to 'good' - all because of how it uses codes to record pupils who are sent home for bad behaviour.

The release of the findings from the inspection of Thomas Telford School, which took place in December, have been delayed due to aBut, published this morning, the report delivers an almost perfect verdict for the school, which is based in Overdale, Telford, and takes in large numbers of pupils from across Shropshire and Wolverhampton each year.

Describing what it is like to attend the school, inspectors say:"Pupils flourish at Thomas Telford School. A culture of high expectations permeates every aspect of school life. From Years 7 to 13, pupils rise to the academic challenge and wealth of additional opportunities that staff provide. "The curriculum is broad and varied. In many subjects, teachers deepen pupils’ knowledge and extend their learning through activities in and outside of the classroom.

"Teachers use questioning extremely well to check pupils’ understanding and pinpoint any gaps in their knowledge. "There are similar strengths in art. The curriculum builds over five years so that pupils talk confidently and with sophistication about contemporary and historical artists." The work of school leaders to"enhance pupils' personal development" is described as"exceptionally strong".

The report also commends the school's work in relation to careers, apprenticeships, further education and support for university applications.

 

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