RGS Worcester Family of Schools - ISI Inspection January 2025
The RGS Worcester Family of Schools is proud to have received an exceptional outcome in its latest Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection (January 2025). including highlighting a ‘significant strength’ of the schools.
Our ‘Significant Strength’ recognition was achieved as a result of the schools’ outstanding leadership, exceptional pastoral care, and steadfast focus on each pupil’s development.
Inspectors praised the positive learning environment and noted the strong, supportive relationships between pupils and staff. They highlighted that students are confident and well-rounded, excelling academically while benefiting from a nurturing atmosphere that supports their personal growth and well-being.
Summary highlights from each section of the report can be found below.
Significant Strength
The RGS Worcester Family of Schools has been recognised for having a ‘Significant Strength’ by the ISI, a distinction highlighted to only a small number of HMC schools, placing The RGS Worcester Family of Schools in a distinguished category and reinforcing its reputation as a leading co-educational school in the West Midlands.
The ‘Significant Strength’, references the following highlights:
“Leaders invest heavily in making sure that pupils’ daily interactions are incredibly positive.”
“They provide high-quality pastoral support for pupils. Leaders and staff role model important values, such as respect, in all their interactions.”
“There are exceptionally supportive relationships between pupils, and between pupils and staff.”
“Leaders prioritise the best interests of pupils in all their decisions and ensure that this permeates all aspects of the school’s work.”
“Pupils develop exceptional levels of confidence academically and personally, which creates a highly focused learning atmosphere and supports pupils’ success in their learning.”
“This is a significant strength of the school.”
ISI Report 2025
“We are absolutely delighted with our latest ISI report, including the ‘Significant Strength’ highlight which is a reflection of the strength of our leadership team, the dedication of our teachers, and the enthusiasm of our pupils. At RGS Worcester, we strive to nurture every aspect of a young person’s development, and it’s wonderful to see that effort recognised at the highest level. This result affirms our commitment to academic excellence and exceptional pastoral care, and we will continue to provide an environment where every child can flourish.”
– John Pitt, Executive Head The RGS Worcester Family of Schools
Quality of education, training and recreation
“Leaders ensure that there is a breadth to the curriculum offer available to pupils across the school, including the youngest in early years.”
“Teachers have a high level of subject knowledge and structure their lessons effectively. Lessons are well-planned and engaging, and consist of a wide range of activities.”
“Teachers address individual learning needs, enabling pupils to develop their learning and respond successfully to new challenges.”
“Children in the early years benefit from effective curriculum and teaching, which engages the children and supports their good progress.”
“Children become confident communicators and display high levels of independence.”
“Teachers build positive relationships with pupils, in a supportive classroom environment, and have high expectations for pupils.”
“Pupils recognise the value of written and verbal feedback from teachers and how it helps them to improve their understanding and their work.”
“There is a calm and reflective atmosphere in classrooms. Discussions are conducted with good manners and mutual respect for each other’s ideas.”
“There is an extensive range of extra-curricular activities on offer throughout the school, the breadth of this programme provides ample opportunities for pupils to develop new skills and talents.”
Pupils’ social and economic education and contribution to society
“Pupils understand the importance of being positive role models and the potential for individuals to effect change.”
“Pupils understand the mutual benefits of sharing ideas and learning from one another. This helps create a harmonious school community where relationships are based on mutual respect and acceptance.”
“Pupils are taught about right and wrong in an age-appropriate way and the importance of accepting responsibility.”
“Pupils take on roles and responsibilities that include opportunities for leadership.”
“They understand the importance of values such as the rule of law, democracy and the role of important institutions, such as the government and public services. This starts with the youngest children, who learn about the role of nurses, the police and fire services.”
“Leaders prioritise developing the social skills of the youngest children.”
“Staff help children to use routines to develop their independence.”
“Staff role model social skills such as listening and taking turns.”
“Children learn the importance of helping each other.”
“Economic education begins in the early years, providing pupils with opportunities to develop their understanding in an age-appropriate way.”
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