Ofsted Report

The results of the Ofsted report on Turton Sixth Form for November 2009 is as follows:

Sixth form

The sixth form provides a good, supportive education where students attain well and make good progress. Teaching in the sixth form is good overall and at times, outstanding. The best teachers have excellent subject knowledge; their lessons are interesting, engaging and well structured to ensure progress is rigorously assessed and students have an accurate picture of how well they are doing.

The academic curriculum meets the needs of the students who choose to attend the sixth form at Turton and is enhanced by a good range of extra-curricular options and enrichment lessons. The good care and guidance students receive is highly valued. The leadership and management of the sixth form ensure smooth day-to-day running and good outcomes for students. Robust tracking procedures inform teaching, learning and assessment very effectively. Intervention strategies are quickly put into place to support students who require extra help. Communication between parents and carers is excellent and students find the strong links very supportive.

These are the grades for the sixth form

Overall effectiveness of the sixth form Taking into account: Outcomes for students in the sixth form The quality of provision in the sixth form Leadership and management of the sixth form	2
	2
	2
	2

What inspection judgements mean

Grade	Judgement	Description
Grade 1	Outstanding	These features are highly effective. An oustanding school provides exceptionally well for all its pupils' needs.
Grade 2	Good	These are very positive features of a school. A school that is good is serving its pupils well.
Grade 3	Satisfactory	These features are of reasonable quality. A satisfactory school is providing adequately for its pupils.
Grade 4	Inadequate	These features are not of an acceptable standard. An inadequate school needs to make significant improvement in order to meet the needs of its pupils. Ofsted inspectors will make further visits until it improves.