EXETER'S WESC Foundation is delighted that Ofsted has ranked the school as a 'good' specialist education provider with 'outstanding' features.
WESC Foundation School was praised by the inspectors for learners' abilities and frequently better than expected progress in lessons, especially in Maths and English.
Behaviour and safety at the school was graded outstanding. The inspectors said that the; "behaviour (of the learners) is exemplary, both in school and around the whole site. Learners help and support each other.
"The staff's management of the potentially challenging behaviour of a significant group of learners is excellent, helping these learners to do their very best".
Ofsted inspectors highlighted that "progress is monitored carefully. Learners make good progress from their starting points in reading and writing, communication and maths.
Progress is best in science, where learners say they very much enjoy the practical aspects of the subject".
Recognition was given to the quality of teaching being occasionally outstanding.
"Teachers know their learners and their capabilities well because good quality information is gathered," it said.
"Detailed lesson planning shows how individual needs will be met."
The inspectors also noted that "the leadership including trustees are committed to supporting the training of staff".
Commendation was given to the leadership and management team at WESC.
The report states: "The leadership of the school has a clear vision that covers the education of the school's own learners and also the effective use of the increasing expertise available to support outreach so that others can remain in mainstream schools.
"The principal, her recently appointed deputy and the trustees of the foundation are focussed on the creation of a successful school that demonstrates effective practice in the field of visual impairment."
Tracy de Bernhardt Dunkin, WESC Foundation's Principal and Chief Executive, said: "I am very proud of the learners and staff at WESC Foundation School for the fantastic Ofsted report which clearly demonstrates all their tremendous achievements.
"It is our vision here at WESC to provide a specialist centre for education, training and expertise, transforming the lives of people with visual impairment.
"These are not just words, our staff work together with learners and other professionals to ensure this vision is met and learners achieve their goals.
"A very well done to all of my team and the talented learners we have here at WESC Foundation."
Richard Purchase, WESC Foundation's Chairman of Trustees said: "This is great news and is justly deserved. The Trustees see such a positive outcome as a great springboard for future development and expansion."
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