Proud to be a GOOD school

We are delighted to announce the results of our recent Ofsted Inspection, which took place at the end of January 2024.

Inspectors found KES to be ‘GOOD’ in all areas, with two of the areas, Personal Development and Leadership and Management, showing elements of outstanding practice.

The school was praised for its “well-designed curriculum” and its ambition “for all pupils to be successful”.

Our students said they “value and enjoy school”, are “happy and safe” and “take pride in their learning”. They also praised “the strong support they get from leaders and staff”.

The Inspectors noted that students were “polite and respectful” and that “they behave well throughout the day”, and that the school has “high expectations for behaviour”.

Inspectors found “Students in the Sixth Form learn a wide range of courses” and “are good role models and get involved in school life”.

Students with Special educational needs and/or disabilities “are accurately identified” and “Staff, including in the Sixth Form, are well-trained in how to support pupils with SEND” and “these pupils access the curriculum and produce high-quality work”.

The Governing Body and Senior Leaders are extremely happy to receive recognition for the hard work of our staff and students, considering the significant challenges that we have had over the past four years, and we are sure you will join us in congratulating our school community.

https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/23/136868