Ofsted inspected Desborough College in May 2024 and judged the school as continuing to be ‘good’ across all categories.
Some of the observations made by Ofsted were:
The school is successfully fostering a culture of reading. The library lessons in key stage 3 are a standout feature, enhancing pupils’ reading fluency and comprehension. Pupils’ development in reading is meticulously checked through their reading logs.
Pupils learn to value and respect diversity, form healthy relationships and how to stay safe.
The personal, social, health and economic curriculum is comprehensive and well planned, including in the sixth form.
Pupils are well prepared for life beyond school. Careers guidance is extensive, helping pupils sustain their post-16 education or training.
Sixth-form students receive an extensive support programme to prepare them for applications and interviews. As a result, high proportions of students successfully enter further education, employment or training.
The Trust provides valuable expertise and support to school leaders, governors and staff. Staff benefit from extensive training and leadership development opportunities and appreciate the steps leaders take to reduce their workload.
For the full inspection report you can visit the Ofsted website by clicking below.
Some of the observations made by Ofsted were:
The school is successfully fostering a culture of reading. The library lessons in key stage 3 are a standout feature, enhancing pupils’ reading fluency and comprehension. Pupils’ development in reading is meticulously checked through their reading logs.
Pupils learn to value and respect diversity, form healthy relationships and how to stay safe.
The personal, social, health and economic curriculum is comprehensive and well planned, including in the sixth form.
Pupils are well prepared for life beyond school. Careers guidance is extensive, helping pupils sustain their post-16 education or training.
Sixth-form students receive an extensive support programme to prepare them for applications and interviews. As a result, high proportions of students successfully enter further education, employment or training.
The Trust provides valuable expertise and support to school leaders, governors and staff. Staff benefit from extensive training and leadership development opportunities and appreciate the steps leaders take to reduce their workload.
For the full inspection report you can visit the Ofsted website by clicking below.
