Eden Girls’ School, Slough retains ‘outstanding’ Ofsted status

Eden Girls’ School, Slough is celebrating after retaining its ‘outstanding’ rating in a recent Ofsted inspection.

Inspectors visited on 21 and 22 February 2024 and the report, published this week, confirmed that the school continues to be ‘outstanding’.

The hugely positive report reflects the school’s very caring ethos and its ambitious vision for all students, stating that: ‘Pupils are proud and happy to be a part of this warm, welcoming school where they excel both academically and personally.’

On the quality of education provided by the school, the report declares that ‘The curriculum is highly ambitious, which enables pupils to flourish in all areas’ and that ‘Teachers are real specialists. They consistently demonstrate strong subject knowledge. Teachers plan and sequence lessons precisely to ensure that pupils learn the intended curriculum and develop deep knowledge in all subjects.’

Praising the school’s culture of inclusivity and accessibility, the report also states that ‘The school is equally ambitious for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), who have access to the same curriculum and achieve equally well.’

Commending pupils’ behaviour and attitudes, the inspectors commented that ‘Pupils are immensely polite, friendly and respectful’, ‘Behaviour is exemplary in lessons and around the school site’ and that ‘Pupils are highly motivated to do their very best. They value learning and take pride in their work.’

The report concluded ‘Working relationships between staff and pupils are extremely positive’, ‘Pupils are very well prepared for their next steps’ and that ‘Great care, compassion and calmness permeate through the school.’

The school’s Principal, Sajid Khaliq, said:

“We are proud to receive an outstanding judgement from Ofsted in our second inspection. It is particularly pleasing that the inspectors praised our pupils’ respectful behaviour, their high levels of attainment and their positive relationships with our staff.

“I wish to thank our talented staff who are committed to ensuring our pupils’ learning is engaging, memorable and effective, every single day. The report also validates our strong partnership with parents, committed governors, dedicated staff, and inspired pupils and exemplifies the great care, compassion and calm that permeate throughout the school.”

You can read the full Ofsted report here.

Added By: Star Academies | Date Added: 22nd Mar 2024 | Posted In: Latest News