Ofsted Section 5 Inspection: June 2024

Shoeburyness High School was inspected by Ofsted on Tuesday 4th and Wednesday 5th of June 2024. The final report for this inspection can be downloaded from the link at the bottom of this page.

Highlights from the report include:

• The school has raised expectations about what pupils should achieve. Pupils are remembering more and producing higher-quality work as a result. They study a broad and ambitious curriculum.
• Pupils can access a range of support to resolve any worries or concerns. This includes access to counselling and support for mental health. Typically, pupils feel happy and safe as a result
• The school promotes pupils’ personal development effectively. The school has ensured that a comprehensive programme of personal, social, health and economic education is in place.
• Pupils study a comprehensive programme of careers education. All pupils get high quality careers guidance and opportunities for work experience. Sixth-form students get the information they need to make informed choices about next steps, such as whether to undertake an apprenticeship or go to university.
• Sixth-form teachers are knowledgeable and provide students with clear guidance that ensures they have secure understanding of what they study

Ofsted Section 8 Inspection: May 2023

Following a Section 8 inspection carried out by a team of 3 Inspectors on 10th & 11th May 2023, please see the full published report below.

Highlights from our report include:

• Pupils are happy at Shoeburyness High School. They feel part of a close community. They appreciate the support they receive to support their well-being. They are positive about the individual guidance they receive when making their plans for the future, which is part of the school’s careers programme.
• Pupils have a wide range of clubs and activities open to them. These develop their interests and confidence. Clubs and competitions in sport and the performing arts are particularly popular.
• The majority of pupils behave well and treat each other and adults with respect.
• Leaders have carefully planned the curriculum. They have identified what pupils need to learn. Subject leaders’ plans are designed to build on pupils’ previous learning.
• Leaders understand the importance of reading to ensure pupils can successfully access the rest of the curriculum. They identify and assess weaker readers in order to target additional support.
• The school has specialist staff who cater well for pupils with complex special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
• Sixth Form students are well prepared for the next stage of their education. The curriculum is well matched to students’ needs, and they can study a broad range of subjects. They are expected to study independently, and leaders check that they do so effectively
• Leaders have put in place a committed and knowledgeable safeguarding team. They swiftly identify safeguarding concerns and work closely with a range of local services to provide support for vulnerable pupils.