Tanbridge House School receives Outstanding Ofsted report

Tanbridge House School is delighted to announce that it has been graded as Outstanding by Ofsted, following a recent inspection in June.

The school was previously rated as Outstanding in 2012 and was delighted to once again receive the sought after Outstanding grading in all four key areas of the inspection: Quality of Education; Behaviour and Attitudes; Personal Development; and Leadership and Management.

The Inspectors highlighted several key strengths that underscore the school’s commitment to excellence:

School Community: The care, kindness, and achievement that embody the school community are central to the school’s ethos. Enrichment is a vital part of school life, with a high level of student participation in various activities.

Reading and Literacy: There is a rigorous and diligent approach to reading, ensuring that all teachers are teachers of literacy across all subjects. This was recognised as a significant strength of the school.

Support for SEND and Disadvantaged Students: The precision focus and depth of knowledge about individual students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) is evident throughout the school’s practices. The bespoke approach to students with particular vulnerabilities ensures they receive the support they need to thrive.

Student Progress and Behaviour: Students who attend school regularly and make full use of the interventions provided make positive progress. Additionally, the level of self-regulation where students take responsibility for their own behaviour is exceptional and does not happen by accident.

Academic Rigour and Provision: There is a real sense of academic rigour and provision that permeates the school, and this is reflected in the outstanding outcomes students achieve.

Mr Sheridan, Headteacher, said: “Receiving an OFSTED outstanding judgment is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff, the enthusiasm and commitment of our students, and the support of our parents and governors.

Together, we have created an environment where excellence thrives. The report highlights our unwavering commitment to providing the highest quality of education and fostering a nurturing, inclusive environment where everyone strives to be the best that they can be. Thank you to everyone who made this possible—our journey of excellence continues!”

To read the full report, see below