Ofsted 2025

Ofsted has now published it's Report, following the inspection of The Sele School that took place on  7 and 8 May 2025. As parents and carers may be aware, Ofsted no longer makes an overall effectiveness judgement in inspections but instead reports on their findings with regard to five key areas of school life. We are delighted to have received a finding of GOOD in every area:

Ofsted 2022

Ofsted has completed the report of their inspection of the school, which took place on the 18^th and 19^th October 2022.  

We are delighted that inspectors have recognised that students at Sele feel “happy and safe” and that we are an “inclusive, welcoming school” where “negative attitudes, such as hurtful language, discrimination or bullying are not tolerated” and “are dealt with effectively by staff.”  

For the Report of the Ofsted Inspection 2022, please follow the link.

We are extremely proud of the many key strengths of our school highlighted in the report, including: 

• “Pupils’ positive behaviour choices” and the “consistent and fair” way in which the Behaviour Policy is applied. 
• Our Sixth Form Students, who “act as good role models for younger pupils.” 
• Our personal, social, health and economic (PHSE) curriculum where pupils “access a range of topics that promote their personal development” and which supports them to “make the right choices about their next steps in education, employment or training.” 

Ofsted acknowledge that the changes over the past two years demonstrate that “leaders are on the right track to improve the curriculum” and that “where the curriculum is most effectively delivered, subject leaders and teachers know the plans well.”  

We will continue to improve the quality of education within the school through: 

• Investing in additional professional development for teachers and middle leaders to ensure that the curriculum is delivered consistently well across the school. 
• Providing additional guidance and structure to teachers on how they can enable all pupils to positively engage with learning materials, including our weakest readers and pupils with SEND. 
• Implementing the Trustees’ programme of curriculum monitoring to hold leaders to account and support them in improving the quality of provision over time. 

We appreciate the continued support of Parents, Carers and the wider school community as we work towards building a stronger, community-focused school where every child matters and every child succeeds. 

Ofsted 2017

Following an Ofsted Inspection on 22 March 2017, The Sele School was again recognised as a Good school. The Inspectors noted that the school has maintained a good quality of education since the previous inspection. They commented that ,“the school is a happy place where pupils enjoy learning” and after observing lessons, identified confident and engaging teaching.

For a copy of the letter sent to the school by Ofsted, please follow the link:

The Sele School Ofsted Report 2017

Inspectors reported that behaviour in lessons and around the school is very positive and pupils work diligently and get on well together. They went on to comment that careers education and preparation for the world of work are a strength in both the main school and the Sixth Form.

Members of the Senior Leadership Team within the school and the Chair of Governors expressed their thanks to all the staff at The Sele School and to the Students and their parents who work together to make the school successful. The Headteacher, Neil Dunn, said, “I believe this accurately reflects where we are as a school; highlights students’ positive attitudes and willingness to strive to be their best. It is also recognition of the incredibly talented and hardworking staff who share the vision of making The Sele School an outstanding place to learn.”

Sharon Gray, Deputy Headteacher, said, “I am delighted that the Inspectors recognised that the students at The Sele School behave well, feel safe and have the quality of teaching and pastoral care that will enable them to be successful in their learning.” while Julia Bateson, Chair of Governors, added, “The Sele Governors are pleased with this deserved outcome. Moving forward, we are committed to the continuous improvement of our school. We support Mr Dunn and his team to successfully inspire and motivate our students to achieve their very best by developing the quality of education and variety of opportunities. This inspection confirms that we are heading in the right direction.” 

Ofsted 2012

Ofsted Inspection Report September 2012

Ofsted Art Inspection Report March 2012 

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