OFSTED

The Friary School was last visited by OFSTED in March 2024 and in an ungraded inspection retains its GOOD judgement from March 2014.

The report is hugely positive and we are delighted that the inspectors recognised the superb work that goes on in our school:

* “Pupils thrive at The Friary School and it is easy to see why”
* “A culture of high expectations permeates throughout”
* “Staff work tirelessly to prepare pupils for their examinations”
* “Pupils achieve extremely well”
* “Pupil behaviour and conduct are excellent”
* “Parents and carers are overwhelming positive about the school”
* “The school’s curriculum is highly ambitious”
* “The wider development of pupils is exceptionally strong”

The full OFSTED Report can be found here.