24th June 2024
Manor Way Primary Academy is celebrating its latest Ofsted report as inspectors found enough evidence to suggest the school could now be ‘Outstanding’.
The Section 8, ungraded inspection, took place as part of Ofsted’s commitment to visiting ‘Good’ and ‘Outstanding’ schools to ensure they continue meeting their students’ needs. Inspectors judged Manor Way Primary Academy to have built on the previous ‘good with outstanding features’ judgement and stated “that the inspection grade might be ‘Outstanding’ if a graded (Section 5) inspection were carried out now.”
During the inspection, which took place on 21st and 22nd May 2024, Ofsted praised the school for setting high expectations for what pupils can achieve academically and personally. The report also highlighted how pupils are supported to realise these high expectations and benefit from a rich set of experiences beyond the classroom.
Throughout the report, inspectors praised a wide range of areas where Manor Way Primary Academy provides the very best opportunities. Inspectors also emphasised that being part of the Windsor Academy Trust family was a supporting factor in the school’s ongoing success.
The report stated:
The school’s leadership team, supported by Windsor Academy Trust, is looking forward to building on the strong foundations laid out in the report as they continue to ensure that they unlock all pupils’ academic and personal potential.
Lisa Buffery, Executive Headteacher at Manor Way Primary Academy, said: “Our pupils are at the heart of everything we do. We are driven and committed to ensure that we deliver the very best education for all, unlocking both academic and personal potential. I am incredibly proud that Ofsted acknowledged we are well on our way to being an Outstanding school.’
“Our committed, inspiring and talented staff team consistently go above and beyond to support and encourage our children to excel in all areas of school life. Their hard work and dedication ensures that we make a difference and that our children love coming to school. We are excited to work together to continue on our journey to achieve ‘Outstanding’ at the next graded inspection, expected in 12 to 24 months.”
Dr Dan Owen, Director of Education at Windsor Academy Trust, said: “I am proud that Manor Way Primary Academy continues to set such high standards. The Windsor Academy Trust family ethos of high aspiration and excellence is fully embedded in every aspect of school life and children receive a first class education. As such, Manor Way has rightly received high praise from Ofsted.”
Dawn Haywood, CEO at Windsor Academy Trust, said: “This report recognises the school’s incredible commitment to excellence and reflects the collective strength of our family of schools who work collaboratively to unlock the academic and personal potential of all our young people. I could not be more proud of our leaders, staff and children at the school.”
Read the Ofsted report here. [LINK]