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Ofsted Report 2011

Read the full report here: Click here (Ofsted 2011.pdf)

Ofsted Report 2006


"We think it is an outstanding school."


The main strengths of the school are:

  • the outstanding progress you make especially in Years 10 and 11
  • your very good attitude to learning and your enthusiasm for school
  • your very good behaviour in lessons and around the school
  • the additional activities such as sports, clubs and trips
  • the way you support and care for each other
  • the range of courses you can choose from
  • really good teaching that helps you make the outstanding progress that you do
  • how well it is led and managed.

Read the full "Outstanding" report here: Click here (Ofsted 2006.pdf)

Ofsted Report 2002


"Student's good attitudes contribute to the pleasant atmosphere in the College".


"The Strengths of teaching lie in teachers' very good command of their subjects, the effectiveness of the methods they use to promote learning and good classroom management, based on good relationships, that creates a good climate for learning".


"Students interviewed said they liked the College and the friendly atmosphere there".


"Provision for extra-curricular activities is very good; provision for outdoor and adventurous activities is outstandingly good".


"The links that the College has developed with the community are very good and are used astutely for the benefit of students".

To download the Ofsted inspection and report for The Bourne that was compiled in May 2002 Click Here (Ofsted 2002.pdf)