OFSTED Qoutes

  • Most Improved Schools 2005-2008
  • Welcome to Arthur Mellows Village College
  • Inspectors agree with the students about the exceptional care provided
  • Relationships are excellent
  • Well structured careers guidance
  • The school's technology status impacts well on students' achievement and personal well-being
  • Students have an excellent understanding of what it means to lead a healthy lifestyle
  • Many aspects of the students' personal development are outstanding
  • Assessment is used well to support learning
  • Standards are high
  • Behaviour is good and has a very positive effect on learning
  • Staff work very effectively as a team successfully creating an outstanding network of care
  • Procedures for safeguarding are very comprehensive
  • Monitoring and evaluation, including of the impact of community cohesion, are meticulous at all levels
  • High expectations are reinforced by teaching staff
  • The school is not complacent and sets very challenging targets for all students
  • Team spirit is robust and everyone's contribution is valued
  • Years 10 to 13 contribute well to the local community
  • The school provides outstanding value for money
  • Achievement in the Sixth Form is good
  • Sixth Formers are excellent role models for the younger students
  • The school has very effective partnerships with the Local Authority
  • The specialist school status ensures enhanced opportunities in technology
  • Teaching is good with some outstanding features
  • Activities offer a good degree of challenge
  • The curriculum is excellent because it is adapted exceptionally well to meet the needs of students
  • The curriculum is enriched by many visits that are especially well linked to the students' learning
  • Teachers have very good subject knowledge
  • Students make good progress and reach above average standards because they are taught well
  • Students feel extremely safe in school
  • The school is reaching out very well in the local community
  • Thorough assessment is evidence in nearly all lessons
  • Over the last 3 years standards have improved and have been significantly above the national average
  • Bonus sessions in English, Mathematics and Science in Year 9 have been instrumental in raising attainment
  • Students' achievement is excellent
  • The vast majority of students in the Sixth Form reach the challenging targets set for them
  • The curriculum is tailored exceptionally well to meet the needs of all learners
  • Care, guidance and support are outstanding