An “ambitious” school where there are “strong and positive relationships” between pupils and staff has retained its good rating from Ofsted.

Ridgewood Community High School in Eastern Avenue, Burnley, has remained good since it opened in 2007, with this being its first full inspection since February 2013.

Inspectors were at the school on November 15 and 16 and the report was published on December 21.

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The school caters for young adults with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities.

Inspectors noted both pupils and sixth form students enjoyed being at the school and they know they can trust the adults around them to keep them safe.

The report said: “Staff have high expectations for pupils’ achievements. A key ambition is to support all pupils to become independent.

"For example, students in the sixth form have ample opportunities to practice ordering a drink in the local café.

“Pupils enjoy challenges through the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. They also take part in work experience in school and through external work placements. Pupils are supported to achieve well in this school.

“The school’s curriculum is ambitious for all pupils, including those in the sixth form. The long-term aim is to ensure pupils are ready for the next stage in education, training, work, and adulthood.

“Pupils show respect to others. They accept each other’s unique differences. They understand and know how to keep themselves safe in the community and online.

"The school celebrates cultural and religious ceremonies. Pupils learn about food, music, and traditions from other cultures.”

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Inspectors did note that in a small number of subjects, the curriculum was not carefully thought through.

They said: “This means that teachers do not have the information they need to help pupils learn all they should. Consequently, this hinders pupils’ achievement in these subjects.

“The school should ensure all subjects are well designed so pupils can acquire the knowledge they need.”

The school is likely to receive its next ungraded inspection in the next four years.