School nets HMI praise

Rector’s strategy ‘thoughtful’

school community and has gained the respect of staff, children and young people and parents. Through their commitment to working closely together, the rector, along with his senior leadership team, has clear plans in place to ensure there is a strengthened focus on selfevaluation and continuous improvement across the whole staff team.

“The rector is skilled in identifying the talents of staff across the wider team, and in creating meaningful leadership opportunities which are closely aligned to the strategic improvement agenda. This is helping greatly to develop a shared culture of reflection, collegiality and leadership of change at all levels. We are confident the school has the necessary arrangements and procedures in place to ensure continued improvement in the quality of education provided.”

Rector and principal, Gareth Warren – in his first year in post – commented: “This is a very good report and reflects the strong work ethic of the school supported by the wideranging co- curriculum and opportunities on offer.

“Morrison’s Academy is well on its way to becoming an exceptional school and this is testament to the hard work and dedication of staff and pupils.”

L a n d e l Jo h n s o n , chairman of the board of governors, said: “The board is delighted with the report.”