In our endeavour to continue to be outstanding in everything we do, we have a rigorous school self-evaluation process. This includes:
- Self-evaluation and improvement planning at a whole-school level and department level
- Staff appraisal
- Staff questionnaires and staff voice group
- Student councils, student voice activities and questionnaires
- Parental questionnaires
- External reviews and support from educational experts, subject specialists and consultants
- Using value added systems to set targets and evaluate student progress
Ofsted November 2022 – Clitheroe Royal Grammar School and Sixth Form Outstanding in all Areas
Clitheroe Royal Grammar School was last inspected in November 2022 and was judged as outstanding in all areas.
Quotes from the Inspection Report
Pupils, and students in the sixth form, are extremely proud to attend Clitheroe Royal Grammar School. They behave exceptionally well and show admirable levels of respect towards each other.
Pupils and students flourish from the high expectations set by leaders and teachers. They are highly motivated and immerse themselves fully in school life.
Pupils and students are prepared remarkably well for the next stage of their education, employment or training.
Pupils and students fully embrace the leadership opportunities that are on offer. They often lead their own clubs, deliver assemblies, support events and drive charitable initiatives.
Pupils and students value the diverse enrichment opportunities that they can take part in.
The curriculum is carefully constructed across all key stages. It is meticulously designed to meet pupils’ and students’ needs and interests.
Pupils and students make exceptional progress through the curriculum. They achieve highly.
Teachers use their expert subject knowledge to skilfully inform their teaching.
Leaders and governors are incredibly ambitious for all pupils and students.
Leaders ensure that the curriculum enables pupils and students to explore subjects in great depth and rigour.
Leaders take pride in empowering pupils and students to be ambassadors and facilitators of change in school.
Leaders and governors engage productively with parents, carers, staff and pupils to ensure that everyone feels part of a cohesive school community.
View the November 2022 Ofsted Report
