Bishop Ramsey Church of England Secondary School in Ruislip has been rated Good across all areas in its latest Ofsted inspection, a significant improvement from its previous grading of “Requires Improvement.”
The inspection, which took place on 19 and 20 November 2024, found the school to be delivering good quality education, strong leadership, positive behaviour and attitudes, and a well-supported sixth-form provision.
Ofsted noted that “pupils enjoy attending this diverse school,” highlighting the school’s emphasis on character development. The report states that “over their time at the school, pupils learn to show the school’s virtues through their actions,” with recognition given for compassion and courage in various school activities.
Inspectors praised improvements to the school’s curriculum, stating that it is now more ambitious and broad. “Actions taken since the last inspection mean that pupils now access a broad curriculum throughout their time at the school,” with a growing focus on languages and the English Baccalaureate.
Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) has also improved, with teachers “usually mak[ing] effective adjustments to help these pupils access the curriculum.” A new reading initiative is helping the weakest readers become more fluent.
While most pupils behave well and show positive attitudes towards learning, the report acknowledged “in a few lessons, there are incidences of disruption to learning,” though teachers generally manage these effectively.
The school’s assembly programme and leadership opportunities were also recognised, particularly its links with a partner school in Malawi. “Pupils understand the priority that the school places on building a culture of service,” the report notes.
Parents were found to be supportive of the school’s direction, with Ofsted reporting that they “notice the ‘holistic development and growth’ of their children.” Staff also praised the leadership team for being supportive and responsive.
The school is part of the Veritas Educational Trust and is overseen by CEO Hilary Macaulay and a board of trustees chaired by Christopher Mathews.
The safeguarding arrangements were described as effective.
Ofsted concluded that “the school has taken effective action since the previous inspection to strengthen areas of the curriculum and the provision for pupils.”
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