Longspee Academy
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary & Secondary
Special school
PUPILS
108
AGES
5 - 16
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Academy special converter

How Does The School Perform?

Outstanding
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(05/02/2020)
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4.3:1
NATIONAL AVG. 19.9:1
Pupil/Teacher ratio
40.7%
NATIONAL AVG. 17.7%
Persistent Absence
0.9%
NATIONAL AVG. 22.0%
Pupils first language
not English
62%
NATIONAL AVG. 25.9%
Free school meals
Learoyd Road
Canford Heath
Poole
BH17 8PJ
01202380266

School Description

The principal and the leadership team have worked hard to make the school a safe and happy place. The calm environment enables pupils to achieve well. The school is very nurturing. Pupils enjoy coming to school. They socialise and learn well together. Pupils enjoy each other’s company. They learn about ‘zones of regulation’. Pupils use this work to support their emotions inside and outside of school. They learn how to make positive choices about their behaviour and actions. Pupils behave very well. They told inspectors that if bullying happens, teachers sort it out quickly. Pupils enjoy their lessons. Staff expectations are high. Staff ensure pupils develop a love of reading. Reading lessons are daily. This helps pupils build on their phonics skills. They read a range of books and enjoy listening to stories. Pupils who are behind in their reading access additional support. Pupils have a weekly vocabulary lesson. This helps develop pupils’ language. Each day begins with breakfast club. Pupils enjoy the start of the day, meeting with friends and adults. This time helps them get ready for learning. Leaders take this opportunity to highlight pupils’ achievement.

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