Sixth Form Celebrates Ofsted Report

Montsaye Sixth Form Celebrates!

Montsaye Academy Sixth Form was rated as ‘GOOD’ in the Academy’s latest Ofsted report. We are very proud of this achievement and have strived to ensure that all of our sixth form students are given the very best opportunities to fulfil their academic potential and have the confidence to achieve their ambitions.

We would like to share with you some of the highlights from the Ofsted report with regards to the sixth form:

“The quality of teaching, learning and assessment in the sixth form is good.”

“Expectations are high.”

“Students enjoy their learning and find their lessons interesting and challenging.”

“Teachers use their strong subject knowledge to question, challenge and assess students.”

“Achievement in the sixth form is good.”

“The information, advice and guidance about students’ next steps in education, employment or training is of a high quality.”

“The leadership of the recently appointed leader of the sixth form is strong and ambitious for the future. They (students) spoke about the very positive and supportive relationships between staff and students.”

Kerrie Jones, Head of Sixth Form, says “This result is a testament to our fantastic students, who constantly strive to better themselves and achieve their very best. Our A-level teaching staff are fully committed to providing enjoyable and challenging learning experiences for our students. I am absolutely delighted with the outcome”.

Ben, Montsaye Academy’s Head Boy, says “After seven years here I am happy to be leaving a school that has been acknowledged for how good it really is. I am proud to be a part of this sixth form.’

Year 13 student May says “I’ve had a lot of support with university applications and feel confident that I am on the right track to achieve my goals.’

Year 13 student Lois says “I have matured and developed as a person during my time in the sixth form and that is down to the support I have received from everyone in the sixth form team.’