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One of Bolton's top performing schools has been praised by inspectors for keeping up the "exceptional standards" at its last inspection. The Olive School, on Waterloo Street, has long been one of the borough's best schools, coming number one in the latest performance table. Achieving an "outstanding" grade in all areas at its last full Ofsted inspection, inspectors visited the school to check if the standards are still being met.
Inspectors described it as a "unique and special place where pupils learn and grow". They said that pupils "rise to the very high ambitions that the school has for their learning" and "achieve well across the curriculum". Their report highlighted an "excellent range of opportunities" for students to develop leadership skills and the "many leadership groups that contribute meaningfully to school life".
Inspectors said that students benefit from a successful personal development programme and "as a result, pupils engage in exceptional work to support their community". They praised the school's effective leadership with "strong systems and procedures". The Olive School was rated outstanding by Osted (Image: Star Academies) Inspectors said that "leaders are considerate of staff workload and welfare" and as a result "staff are very happy at the school.
" They said: "[Staff] feel cared for and inspired by leaders." Have a story? Get in touch at eoin.mccaul@newsquest.
co.uk The school's curriculum was praised for being well-designed and well-delivered, so that pupils "build their knowledge securely over time". Inspectors also said: "the school adapts the delivery of the curriculum effectively for pupils with SEND so that they can access the same ambitious curriculum as their classmates.
" Sabina Saeed, principal of The Olive School, said: "We are thrilled with the outcome of the inspection, which once again highlights the exceptional standards we strive for at The Olive School, Bolton. (Image: Ofsted) "It is truly heartening to see such positive recognition of our pupils’ achievements, with particular reference to their impeccable conduct, thirst for learning and dedication to both their studies and personal development. READ MORE: Two in three parents support Ofsted’s proposed report cards for schools – poll READ MORE: Highview Kindergarten in Bolton retains positive Ofsted rating READ MORE: Egerton playgroup praised as 'amazing' in Ofsted inspection "I want to thank our wonderful staff and parents for their unwavering support.
"This result is a testament to the hard work and commitment to excellence shared by everyone in our school community. "Together, we will continue to build on our outstanding achievements, ensuring that our pupils receive the very best education possible. I look forward to all that we will accomplish in the future.
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