Ofsted-Stricken Lincolnshire School Triumphs with 'Good' Inspections
The Theddlethorpe Academy in Mablethorpe, once at risk of closure due to inadequate Ofsted ratings, has revamped and revitalised under the management of Lincolnshire Gateway Academies Trust, now glowing with an overall 'good' rating across all evaluation areas.
From Troubles to Triumph
Before the takeover by Lincolnshire Gateway Academies Trust in 2016, it barely maintained an enrolment of 50 students. In contrast, the primary school now teaches 104 pupils, a testament to its tremendous turnaround. While the journey was a long one, as stated by Headteacher Susan Cook, the outcome has brought immense pride and relief to the educators.
"We were quietly ecstatic when the inspector told us we were ‘good'. I am immensely proud and relieved."
Susan Cook added that regulating staff showcased utmost professional behaviour with high coherence and cooperation throughout the process.
Acknowledgment from Ofsted
The recent Ofsted report applauded school leaders for upholding high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The high-quality education, leadership, and early years provision earned them the 'good' status.
"Staff help pupils to be well prepared for their next steps in education. The values of pride, achievement, confidence, and effort are woven through school life. Pupils know and respect these values."
According to the report, pupils genuinely enjoy attending school due to positive staff relationships and peers.
Looking towards the Future
Cook, reflecting on her first successful Ofsted inspection, acknowledged the hard work of everyone in the academy. She shared her aspirations to continually improve in the future. Trust CEO, Martin Brown shared sentiments of pride in the transformation, referencing it as a vibrant, popular and successful academy, especially due to investments in a new nursery facility and outdoor playing area.