Ofsted

Harris Aspire Academy Ofsted Report November 2023

HARRIS ASPIRE ACADEMY JUDGED OUTSTANDING BY OFSTED

We are pleased to announce that following an Ofsted inspection earlier this term, Harris Aspire Academy was judged ‘Outstanding’ in all areas.  This is an excellent outcome and is testament to the fantastic staff who go above and beyond to support our students.

The inspectors have given the Academy a very positive report and have noticed the many ways in which we nurture and support our students – however long they are with us.  We are particularly pleased that the inspectors recognised the high aspirations we have for our students.  This is central to our approach at Harris Aspire Academy and we are proud to do whatever we can to support our students and ensure they achieve positive outcomes.

In their report, the inspectors have complimented our curriculum as well as the range of extracurricular experiences which are available here.  We want every student who comes here to have the opportunity to find something they enjoy and that helps to build their confidence and self-esteem so that they are fully prepared for their next steps.

Importantly, the inspectors were positive about behaviour and attendance and found that students responded well to our high expectations.

You can read the full report here but we have drawn out some highlights below:

Harris Aspire Academy: Ofsted November 2023

On our culture of high expectations:

• “Everyone involved in the running of this school has high aspirations for what the pupils can achieve.”
• “Citizenship, respect and character building underpin the culture of the school.”
• “Pupils are supported to set themselves ambitious goals for their future and to prepare them for adulthood.”

On the bespoke support we offer students:

• “From the time pupils join the school, they are helped to understand their own challenges, talents and interests.”
• “The school’s strong social and emotional support strategies help pupils identify what might help them to make the next steps in their learning.”
• Pupils are “taught strategies to help build their self-esteem, regulate their feelings and make informed choices.”

On our dedicated and hard-working staff:

• “All staff are committed to nurturing positive outcomes in the short while pupils are at the school.”
• “Teachers have strong subject knowledge.”
• “Pupils feel safe and trust that staff will help them to resolve any issues that may occur.”