St Hugh’s School in Scunthorpe has been rated among the very best in the country by Ofsted inspectors.
The special school for 11- to 16-year-olds has received glowing praise from inspectors – who judged it as continuing to be ‘Outstanding’ – the highest possible accolade.
In the report, published on the Ofsted website on Wednesday 24 July, inspectors cited the creativity and dedication of the school’s staff, who “go above and beyond” to provide an “exceptional experience for every pupil.”
It means St Hugh’s has successfully maintained its outstanding rating for more than 13 years, having initially received the rating in 2011, and again in 2013 and 2018.
Jonathan Kenyon, headteacher at St Hugh’s School, said: “It is with great pride and humility that we celebrate the recent Ofsted inspection, which has reaffirmed that St Hugh’s continues to be an outstanding school according to their framework.
“While we recognise and support the ongoing national discussions about necessary changes within Ofsted, our community takes satisfaction in the positive findings of this latest inspection.
“More significant than the continued outstanding rating is the recognition of our students’ achievements within their personalised pathways and the exceptional support provided by our staff. This is something I have the privilege of witnessing daily.
“To reassure all members of our special community, our commitment to everyone and the high standards of our provision will remain steadfast, regardless of any challenges we may face in the future.”
As well as applauding the “real sense of family” which helps pupils to thrive, inspectors reserved special praise for the school’s careers programme, noting the teachers’ “unwavering commitment to preparing pupils for their future success”
This follows the continuous transformation of the curriculum, which equips pupils with the life skills to excel – boosting their confidence and broadening horizons.
Cllr Julie Reed, cabinet member for independent families – children at North Lincolnshire Council, said: “It was a real privilege to visit St Hugh’s last month and see for myself how well the school is run and how amazing the young people are that attend.
“I saw first-hand that the school has high aspirations for students and clearly works well with individual children to meet their needs and enable their dreams to become reality.
“Across North Lincolnshire we are working together to ensure all our children have access to the opportunities that help them realise their full potential. Reading this glowing report, it is clear this is embedded through every aspect of school life at St Hugh’s.
“I’m proud that our families are able to benefit from some of the very best facilities in the country.”
To find out more about St Hugh’s School, visit their website.
