A school for children with autism has been judged by Ofsted to require improvement.
Inspectors who visited SGS Pegasus School in Patchway said children experienced variability in the quality of education and provision.
The inspectors said the new curriculum at the school, which has 129 pupils aged five to 18, was not taught and adapted sufficiently well in all subjects to meet pupils’ special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
They rated the school, which is part of SGS Academy Trust, as requiring improvement in the quality of teaching and learning, leadership and management, pupil behaviour and attitudes and personal development.
Their report noted: “Since the previous inspection, significant turnover of trust and school staff has slowed school development. This period of instability has now settled. The trust is committed to investing in pupils’ education and provision. The new staff and leadership team are working tirelessly to implement the necessary changes to improve the school’s quality of education.
The Ofsted report said shared expectations between the school and parents and carers for pupils’ behaviour, personal, social and academic achievements were increasing. It said most parents were happy with the school but leaders recognised there was more to do to ensure all pupils flourish.
Childcare praised
A recent Ofsted inspection of Play House Childcare at The Hut, Ratcliffe Drive, Stoke Gifford, found that the setting meets the expected requirements.
The inspector noted that children love coming to this after-school club, and that staff warmly greet the children when they collect them from the local primary school. Staff smile and address the children by name, speaking to their teachers to pass on any messages from the day. This helps children to transition from school to the club happily.
On arrival at Play House, children were seen to settle quickly, excited to become involved in the wide range of activities on offer. Children had many opportunities to run around and have fun after a busy day at school with a large outdoor area with some covered areas.
Staff were noted to be good role models. They are friendly and polite and work well with all children. They quickly notice when children need extra support to engage in activities and talk to them about what they would like to do, taking them to the resource cupboard to find something they enjoy. Children show they have built strong relationships with the staff, which makes them feel safe and secure.