The education received by the borough’s young people at Haringey Sixth Form College (H6) has received glowing praise following its latest Ofsted report.
The college was heralded for its “highly inclusive culture,” “expert pastoral care” and focus on giving all learners “a similar chance to thrive” by the national governing body the Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills (Ofsted). The report card added: “Learners describe the college community as a ‘Haringey family,’ where everyone works in an inclusive and aspirational environment.
Staff get to know learners well, greeting them by name in the communal areas and as they arrive at college.” It reflects the college’s commitment to ensuring that no pupil goes unnoticed, recognising each student’s individuality and giving every young person in their care the confidence, freedom and guidance they need to really shine.
Responding to this latest Ofsted report, Haringey Sixth Form College Principal Lisa Westray said: “We’re incredibly proud of this report.
“Our consistent ratings reflect and recognise the hard work of our students, the dedication of our staff and the strength of our community. What matters most to us is that young people feel like they belong here and that they leave us having grown in confidence, with the skills they need to make their next step.
“That’s what Haringey Sixth Form College is all about.” Under the new national inspection framework introduced last year to provide more balanced, detailed and transparent assessment of colleges and schools, Haringey Sixth Form has been recognised as ‘Expected Standard’ across all categories.
Haringey Sixth Form College continues to focus on providing an aspirational, inclusive and safe environment for young people across north London and remains committed to helping every student discover who they are and what they can achieve. Ofsted evaluates education providers across several core areas with the updated system, including: Achievement; Attendance and Behaviour; Curriculum & Teaching; Inclusion; Leadership and Governance as well as Personal Development and Wellbeing, with Safeguarding assessed separately.
Unlike the previous ‘single judgement’ model, the new report card is designed to give carers/parents and communities a fuller picture of an institution’s strengths and culture, with each area graded on a five-point scale – Exceptional, Strong Standard, Expected Standard, Needs Attention and Urgent Improvement.
