A Bridlington school has recent been awarded a ‘good’ grade in all areas after their latest Ofsted inspection.
Pupils, staff and the whole community at Quay Academy, part of the David Ross Education Trust, are celebrating today as they share a glowing report by Ofsted inspectors, after a visit in May this year. Ofsted say that the school has taken “effective action” to maintain the high standards seen in its last full inspection in 2020, when Quay Academy was judged to be ‘good’ in every category.
Ofsted praised the primary school, describing a “warm and welcoming environment where pupils thrive”. During their two-day visit, inspectors highlighted the academy’s dedication to academic achievement, noting “the school has high ambitions” for pupils, with the school described as “a calm place where pupils flourish”. The report authors observed children developing confidence and fluency in reading, noting that “a culture of reading is evident throughout the school” and children “enjoy books and talk about them with enthusiasm”.
Inspectors highlighted the school’s approach to pupil well-being, with activities such as mindfulness and meditation to help children “manage their emotions and build resilience”. There is inclusive support for all learners, says the report, and under the leadership of the Principal Caroline Broadhead, Quay Academy continues to impress with its “ambitious curriculum”, “strong subject knowledge and effective teaching strategies”, and a culture that promotes reading and a “purposeful learning environment”. Inspectors noted that pupils behave well, “feel safe, valued and ready to learn” in a setting where relationships are “caring” and “supportive.”
The report praised the school’s early years provision, describing the setting which “buzzes with purposeful activity” and lays strong foundations for future learning. Staff were commended for shaping “meaningful, engaging experiences” that ignite curiosity and foster collaboration.
Reading and mathematics subjects were also singled out as strengths across the school, and pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) benefit from thoughtful adjustments ensuring that pupils with SEND “engage positively and achieve well.”
Principal Caroline Broadhead expressed her pride in the entire school community saying:
“We are absolutely thrilled with the outcome of this inspection. It is a testament to the hard work of our staff, the enthusiasm of our pupils, and the support of our families. Together, we remain committed to providing a high-quality, nurturing education for every child.”
Deputy CEO and Director for Primary Education at DRET, Simon Rose said:
“Congratulations to Caroline and the whole team at Quay Academy for a fantastic report. This recognition is well-deserved and I know that the school will continue to thrive under Caroline’s leadership.”
