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North Cornwall Alternative Provision Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
North Cornwall Alternative Provision Academy
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North Cornwall Alternative Provision Academy
- All-through
- Bodmin PL31 1LZ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of practice and services | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
| This inspection | Good |
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Academic Progress: New qualifications and creative approaches in teaching have led to good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils show positive behaviours and attitudes, supported by strong staff relationships.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Creative curriculum and targeted support help ensure students catch up quickly.
Academic Progress: Ambitious curriculum helps pupils succeed academically and socially
Behaviour and Attitudes: Calm learning environment with managed challenging behaviour
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Quickly identify and address gaps in learning
Teacher Engagement: Staff appreciate clear and consistent leadership, particularly around behaviour management.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching ensures pupils can reach good standards, particularly in English and maths.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Phonics support builds confident readers
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff dedicated to achieving best outcomes
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff do not always sufficiently challenge higher-attaining pupils.
Parent Satisfaction: Positive comments from parents about student preparedness for future life.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Limited information about curriculum content on the school's website.
Communication with Parents: Parents are unclear about what their children are learning beyond core subjects.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leadership effectively handles safeguarding and rapid interventions for pupil welfare.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Adapted curriculum and strong leadership have improved educational outcomes.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Continually improve and strengthen provision
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are fit for purpose; staff and pupils know their responsibilities.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils' positive attitudes are reflected in reduced exclusions and better academic outcomes.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Strong relationships with specialist agencies ensure rapid support for students and families.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Focus on trust and fresh starts creates safety
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Activities like residential visits and practical projects enhance curriculum.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Integrated learning experiences at places like Dartmoor Zoo enrich student engagement.
Outdoor Facilities: Development of outdoor environment as a teaching resource.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide range of high-quality enrichment opportunities
Career Counselling Services: Older pupils are prepared well for working life through practical projects.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Judicious planning helps pupils return successfully to mainstream schools.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Work experience and qualifications prepare for adulthood
Support for SEND: Comprehensive support through bespoke multisensory rooms and therapeutic provision.
Support for SEND: SEND coordinators meet needs effectively
Subjects Offered: Extended range of subjects including new qualifications like GCSE biology and BTEC National Diploma.
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About Us
North Cornwall Alternative Provision Academy is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Cornwall County, South West.
It has 37 students from age 5-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 4 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 5-16 | 2-19 | 5-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 4.6 | 11.5 | 5.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
4 : 1
Student teacher ratio at North Cornwall Alternative Provision Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1