LEADERS of a school which was plunged into special measures by Ofsted have been praised for turning its fortunes around.
The Hill Primary Academy, on Tudor Street, Thurnscoe, was placed into the education watchdog’s lowest category for failing schools in October 2016 and has been visited by inspectors four times since.
The latest check-up, undertaken by inspectors Andrew Taylor and Belita Scott, was carried out on July 4 and 5 which found bosses at the school are taking effective action towards its move out of special measures.
A report following the visit said: “Judicious actions taken to improve the provision for pupils have led to notable improvements. Leaders have established rigorous systems to track the attainment and progress of individuals in reading, writing and mathematics.”
However, teaching remains inconsistent, according to the inspectors, who cited a large number of supply teachers as a reason why pupils’ overall progress remains slow.
“Parents are extremely concerned about the number of different teachers that have taught their children during the academic year,” the report added. “The principal, Jo Leishman, has ensured that all classes will be taught by a substantive teacher from September.
“These actions are planned to ensure continuity and rapid progression for all pupils from the beginning of the 2018/19 academic year.”
