Sir William Romney’s School, a secondary school in Tetbury, Gloucestershire, has once again impressed Ofsted inspectors with its high standards in both academics and pastoral care. The recent inspection conducted on February 11 and 12 affirmed the school’s “good” rating, highlighting sustained strengths and effective strategies to maintain quality education.
The Ofsted report praises the school’s ethos of “striving for excellence together,” which has positively influenced student achievement and wellbeing. Pupils benefit from high expectations, consistent routines, and a nurturing environment that supports their learning journey.
Headteacher Will Ruscoe expressed pride in the recognition, saying, “This achievement reflects the dedication and teamwork of our students, staff, parents, The Athelstan Trust, and the broader community. While we celebrate this success, we remain focused on continuously raising our standards to become a leading school locally and beyond.”
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Inspectors commended the school’s well-structured curriculum that builds on prior knowledge and fosters academic progression. Notably, there has been an increase in pupils choosing English Baccalaureate subjects at Key Stage 4, demonstrating rising ambition among students.
The newly established SEN Hub received specific praise for providing personalized support to students with special educational needs and disabilities. Additionally, the school’s careers programme, including ‘Futures Days’, effectively prepares students from Year 7 through Year 11 with practical experience and informed guidance for their future pathways.
As part of The Athelstan Trust, Sir William Romney’s benefits from collaborative support aimed at reducing staff workload and driving school improvements. Dr Tim Gilson, chief executive of the trust, applauded the staff and community for their commitment, noting strong parental support shown in the recent survey.
Anna Herbert, chair of governors, highlighted the community’s shared focus on excellence and wellbeing, stating, “I am immensely proud of our staff, students, and parents for upholding these values.” Keval Shah, chair of trustees, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the collective effort to embody the school’s ethos.
This inspection outcome reinforces Sir William Romney’s School as a place where students thrive academically and personally, supported by a dedicated community committed to continuous improvement.