Chertsey High School

What inspectors noted positively.

• Broad and ambitious curriculum with well-ordered subject knowledge.
• Outstanding personal development including extensive extra-curricular clubs.
• Positive and orderly student behaviour within a calm learning environment.
• Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
• Staff feel well-supported and have confidence in the school leadership.

Neutral topics you may wish to explore.

• Consistency of assessment accuracy in subjects like science and art compared to mathematics and languages.
• Clearer and more concise teacher feedback to better support pupil progress.
• Effectiveness of strategies used to improve attendance for certain groups of pupils.
• Monitoring and evaluation of newly implemented whole-school initiatives.

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with well-informed staff who take swift and appropriate action to protect pupils.

Leaders at all levels have a clear vision and are focused on high expectations, while also being considerate of staff workload.