During their time in school, many pupils make strong progress in their subject knowledge and understanding, and skills.
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Many pupils listen well to their teacher and their peers.
Estyn Report 2018
Most pupils are fluent readers and show confidence when reading aloud in lessons.
Estyn Report 2018
Many pupils enjoy coming to school. They feel safe and well supported.
Estyn Report 2018
Most pupils arrive on time to lessons and settle quickly. Many have positive attitudes to learning and show enthusiasm for their work. They focus well, and develop suitable resilience and independence.
Estyn Report 2018
Many pupils understand the need for a healthy lifestyle and the importance of diet and exercise. They benefit from participation in a wide range of extra-curricular activities.
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A majority of pupils feel that the school listens and responds to their views well.
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Most teachers develop a strong rapport with pupils and ensure a positive working environment.
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Many teachers offer clear explanations of concepts and have high expectations of what pupils can achieve.
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Teachers and learning support staff in the school’s special needs resource base know their pupils and their specific needs extremely well. They use this information skilfully to adapt their teaching to suit their needs.
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The curriculum is effective in meeting the needs of nearly all pupils in key stage 4 and those who return to the sixth form. It offers a wide range of academic courses and a few vocational options.
Estyn Report 2018
The school provides a wide range of extra-curricular activities.
Estyn Report 2018
The school is a professional learning pioneer school, and contributes appropriately to the development of the new curriculum for Wales.
Estyn Report 2018