Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate has been graded as ‘Excellent’ across all all areas of the school by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
QE’s Early Years Foundation Stage provision in Chapter House was also assessed as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas.
The glowing ISI reports follow a three-day inspection in February this year, with inspectors observing every aspect of school life at QE through attended lessons, assemblies and extra-curricular activities. They held discussions with pupils, parents and staff across the school, in addition to examining samples of pupils’ work. Inspectors also visited boarding houses and the wider facilities, together with learning support and educational resource areas.
QE supports students through four schools: Chapter House (3 months to Year 5), King’s Magna (Year 6 to 9), The College and The Faculty (both Year 10 to 13). The key findings for all four schools are set out in two reports, as follows:
The College (including the Chapter House and King’s Magna provision):
- The quality of the pupils’ academic and other achievements is excellent.
- The quality of pupils’ personal development is excellent.
The Faculty:
- The quality of pupils’ academic and other achievements is excellent.
Steven Jandrell, Principal said: “We are absolutely delighted that the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) has found Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate to be ‘Excellent’ across all schools, praising our pupils’ outstanding academic achievements and personal development.
“These are the Inspectorate’s highest possible ratings and are a ringing endorsement of the quality of teaching delivered, extra-curricular opportunities offered, and pastoral care provided to students here at QE. The findings reflect our collective determination to always provide our students with the best possible opportunities to develop successfully and happily.
“I would like to thank our staff, pupils and parents for their continued support in making the QE community the special place it is.”