Ofsted
We are proud to be rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
“There is a strong sense of community at Old Buckenham. Pupils and staff describe trusting each other, feeling safe and being happy.”
– Ofsted Report
This reflects our continued commitment to providing a safe, supportive and high-quality learning environment for all our students.
Highlights from our latest inspection:
- High expectations: Leaders set ambitious goals and have high aspirations for all pupils.
- Strong relationships: Pupils speak highly of the positive and respectful relationships they have with staff.
- Excellent careers provision: Our careers programme is well-planned, carefully delivered, and recognised as a strength of the school.
Understanding Ofsted
Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills) is the official body for inspecting schools in England. It monitors the quality of education and care across a range of services and helps ensure children and young people receive the best start in life.
To find out more about how Ofsted works, visit the official Ofsted website.
Ofsted has also created a helpful guide for parents and carers, which you can view here.
Share Your Views with Ofsted
Parents and carers are encouraged to share their views about the school through Ofsted’s Parent Viewonline survey. This can be completed at any time during the school year and plays an important role during inspection periods.
You can access the Parent View survey here.
