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Ryde Academy praised by Ofsted Inspectors and awarded ‘Good’ in all areas

Ryde Academy has once again been awarded a ‘Good’ rating following its Ofsted inspection in November, with inspectors praising the ‘leaders and staff who are ambitious for all pupils.’

The report states:

“Pupils are proud to attend this school. Relationships between adults and pupils are strong.”

High aspirations commended
The Sixth Form provision at the academy was also graded ‘Good.’

The high aspirations that staff and students share were commended with inspectors stating that the teaching in the Sixth Form helps pupils to think deeply and work independently so that they are well prepared for the next stages in their education.’

Ryde Academy Ofsted Ratings

Ballard: Incredibly proud of everyone at the school
Principal, Joy Ballard, said,

“We are incredibly proud of everyone at the school, staff and pupils alike, whose hard work and enthusiasm has been recognised by the Ofsted inspectors.

“They acknowledged that success is regularly celebrated and students are encouraged to find their remarkable through academic success and the wide range of extracurricular activities on offer.”

Salt: A pleasing endorsement of the hard work of the staff, pupils and their parents and carers
Professor Toby Salt, Chair of Ryde’s Academy Council shared his comments,

“The best schools are those who fully serve their communities and that are consistently ‘Good’.

“The latest report for Ryde Academy is a pleasing endorsement of the hard work of the staff, pupils and their parents and carers.

“To be ‘Good’ in every category is great and the school will continue to get better and better.”


News shared by Amanda on behalf of Ryde Academy. Ed