The Limes College, in Robin Hood Lane, Sutton has been rated as outstanding in all areas by Ofsted following an Inspection.

The teaching, leadership and management at the school were rated outstanding – the highest level – by inspectors.

There was praise too for the behaviour and achievement of pupils at the local authority-maintained college which is the borough’s pupil referral unit.

The inspection report concluded: “Students make excellent progress and many experience success for the first time in their school career.” It added: “Outstanding support is given to students and families.”

The behaviour of students was highlighted as outstanding and they were praised for having “very good attitudes to learning”. A very high proportion of students return successfully to mainstream education.

Virtually all students in Key Stage 4 leave with recognised qualifications and go on to a course, apprenticeship or a job when they leave.

Emma Bradshaw, Headteacher, was praised for outstanding leadership that is driving rapid improvement.

She said:

“We are really proud that the excellent work we do with young people has been given official recognition. We involve students and ensure they form positive relationships with each other, parents, staff and the wider community. Through these relationships we address students’ barriers to learning. This enables learning, progression and achievement.”

“It is essential that we have a relentless focus on excellence for all. We make a difference and I would like to take this opportunity to thank parents, partner agencies, students and staff for all their hard work, which makes The Limes College outstanding.”

Colin Stewart, Executive Head of Education and Early Intervention, said:

“We are delighted that the highly effective work by staff and excellent performance by pupils has been given the top rating by Ofsted. I want to congratulate them for what is a brilliant achievement.”

The full inspection report is available on the school’s website.