Upper Batley High School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents and pupils

This is a good school Overall, current pupils are now making good progress.

The progress of disadvantaged pupils, particularly those in Years 7, 8 and 9, is improving. The progress of those pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is also improving. They are supported effectively in the classroom, both in small groups and on an individual basis.

Through a combination of the recruitment of high-quality staff and a rigorous approach to quality assurance, teaching and learning are improving. In some areas, humanities for example, the progress of pupils has improved significantly in a relatively short period of time. The behaviour of the va...st majority of pupils is good.

They are self-disciplined and routinely meet the high expectations of leaders and staff. Pupils' attendance is above the national average. However, a very small number of pupils are regularly absent.

Leaders have been determined to ensure that pupils have high aspirations and expectations of themselves. Relationships between pupils and staff are positive and promote a learning environment where pupils are keen to learn and succeed. The headteacher has worked tirelessly to build the leadership capacity in the school so that all pupils are given a high quality of education.

Trustees and governors support and challenge the school effectively, holding leaders to account for the impact of their actions on the progress and development of pupils. Leaders have established a broad and balanced curriculum which meets the needs of all pupils, including those who are most able. Leaders are aware that those pupils who are most able have not, in the past, made the progress expected of them when compared to other pupils nationally who have similar starting points.

The progress of these pupils is now improving. Although pupils are provided with a range of tasks which stretch and challenge them according to their abilities, not all pupils consistently attempt these tasks so that their learning is deepened and have sufficient time to reflect on their learning.

Information about this school

This boys school is a smaller than the average-sized secondary school.

The proportion of disadvantaged pupils is higher than average. The proportion of pupils with SEND is average. The proportion who have an education, health and care plan is average.

Most pupils are Asian British. Responsibility for the school rests with trustees, who delegate powers to the local governing board. The academy trust website and scheme of delegation can be found at www.

batleymat.co.uk.