Inspectors also noted that:
- Practically all students respond to the school’s motto of ‘Igniting a Passion for Learning’. This is done by blending positive relationships, in small class sizes, with an exciting curriculum.
- The curriculum in Years 7 to 9 successfully blends creative learning with the development of key literacy and numeracy skills. Students learn how to carry out research and think for themselves.
- Students achieve well in many work-related and academic subjects. Progress in mathematics and science is improving rapidly.
- Students’ outstanding behaviour and relationships with each other and with teachers underpin their enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
- Staff could not do more to nurture students’ personal development, welfare and safety. Students feel safe and secure because their health and happiness is the school’s key priority.
- Teaching was good at the time of the previous inspection and has gathered momentum since then.
- The sixth form is increasingly popular. Relevant subjects and good teaching prepare students very well for work, apprenticeships or university.
The report highlighted a few areas for improvement, but in the main the report was overwhelming positive and we are delighted with the endorsement that this report gives our vision and approach.”
Chair of Governors, Jane Pascoe, said: “In 2006 we were informed that we were going to be the One School Pathfinder for the London Borough of Sutton. This designation required us to deliver an innovative 21st century education for the benefit of all of our local children, as well as act as a role model for other schools to follow. We are delighted that the inspection team recognised that the school is unique, has taken risks in pursuit of its exciting inclusive vision and adopted an evolutionary rather than 'quick fix' approach. Our emphasis on the fundamental importance of relationships means we are well placed to keep on improving.”
Stanley Park High is a mixed community school for students of all abilities between the ages of 11 and 19 years and is based in Carshalton.
The full report can be found here: http://www.stanleyparkhigh.org.uk/74/announcement/announcement/28/announcement