Retford school celebrates after ‘good’ rating from Ofsted

Following the inspection last month, inspectors reported that ‘pupils behave well at social times and during lessons and as a result, the school is a positive place to learn’.

Ofsted also said ‘pupils are happy to come to St Giles School, staff use their skills to make sure that all pupils’ needs are met’ and that ‘staff have high expectations of what all pupils can achieve’.Inspectors noted that subjects were planned and taught consistently. Head of school, Matt Rooney, said: “We’re really proud of this report and it is a privilege to be a part of such an amazing school. I would like to thank our fantastic children and families and all of our staff for their ongoing commitment to St Giles. We are school for our incredible pupils and as such will always have the highest aspirations for them. I want St Giles to be a ‘life-maker’ for our pupils and a place that empowers them to reach their dreams! I am confident that we will continue our good work and keep going on the path towards delivering an outstanding provision for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities.”Councillor Philip Owen, chairman of children and young people’s committee at Nottinghamshire County Council, said: “I would like to congratulate the new leadership and all the children and parents for the excellent progress made in the past couple of years.

“They should all be very proud.”