Venture Academy Ofsted Success
Congratulations to all of our colleagues at Venture Academy on their fantastic Ofsted outcome!
Congratulations to all of our colleagues at Venture Academy on their successful Ofsted inspection!
We are delighted to share that Ofsted has judged Venture Academy to be a good school overall, with the personal development of pupils rated as outstanding.
Inspectors recognised the exceptional difference Venture makes to the lives of pupils and their families. They praised the school’s compassionate culture, the strength of relationships between staff and pupils, and the commitment shown by the whole team to helping every learner thrive.
One pupil captured Venture’s ethos perfectly, explaining that teachers “know about us, not just of us” - a line that reflected the deep sense of understanding and belonging felt throughout the school.
Ofsted Judgements (March 2025):
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Quality of education: Good
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Behaviour and attitudes: Good
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Personal development: Outstanding
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Leadership and management: Good
Highlights from the report include:
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Staff demonstrate an unconditional positive regard for pupils, helping them feel happy, safe and settled.
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The curriculum is carefully constructed and tailored to meet the individual needs of every learner.
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Personal development is exceptional, with inspectors noting that the breadth of opportunities available is “simply vast” for a school of its size.
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Staff work tirelessly to prepare pupils for their next steps, offering strong guidance and support for future education or training.
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There is a powerful sense of belonging, with everyone working together in the best interests of pupils and their families.
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Positive relationships, compassion and ambition are at the heart of school life, creating a supportive and aspirational environment for all learners.
We are incredibly proud of the entire Venture Academy team for their dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people.