Bury Grammar School welcomed an eight strong inspection team who spent three days inspecting the school.

Bury Grammar School is now celebrating an outstanding achievement as it receives glowing inspection results from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). This esteemed local school has once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence in education, securing the highest accolades across all areas of the evaluation.

The ISI inspection, which took place in December last year, covered every aspect of the School's operation, from academic performance to pastoral care, extracurricular activities, and overall school leadership. Bury Grammar School excelled in all areas, solidifying its reputation as a leading educational establishment in the region. The new inspection framework was used, which became operational in September 2023 and places children’s wellbeing first.

Principal, Jo Anderson, expressed immense pride in the School's accomplishments, saying, "We are delighted with the ISI inspection results, which reflect the dedication, hard work, and passion of our pupils, students, staff, governors, parents and community. It is testimony to the unwavering commitment to excellence that defines Bury Grammar School."

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The ISI inspection praised Bury Grammar School for its exceptional academic achievements, noting that pupils consistently perform well above the national average in GCSE and A Level examinations. The report also commended the quality of teaching, highlighting the staff's dedication and expertise in providing a stimulating learning environment: “In lessons, pupils are highly engaged, disciplined and keen to learn.”

Moreover, the inspection recognised the School's emphasis on pastoral care and well-being, stating “pupils feel safe and staff are always present to support them if needed”. Bury Grammar School's comprehensive support system ensures that every student is nurtured and encouraged to reach their full potential, fostering a positive and inclusive community.

The vibrant extracurricular programme was another area where the school excelled. The ISI inspection report celebrated the wide range of opportunities available to pupils, from sports to arts, ensuring that each pupil can explore their passions and interests outside the classroom and reported, “Leaders have developed a diverse and extensive programme of recreational, intellectual, social, creative and physical activities that offer pupils opportunities to develop their own interests, daily living skills and independence.”

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Parents of pupils and students at Bury Grammar School were also praised for their active involvement and strong partnership with the school. The inspectors recognised the supportive relationship between parents and staff as a crucial factor in pupils’ achievements.

The local community has welcomed the news with enthusiasm, as Bury Grammar School's excellent performance reflects positively on the region. The School's success is a source of pride for pupils, students, parents, staff, governors, alumni and the local area.

Bury Grammar School's recent inspection by the ISI serves as a shining testament to the dedication and excellence that defines the School as it continues to set a high standard for educational institutions in the region. The ISI report states,

 “Leaders ensure that the school’s aim of challenging and inspiring the pupils to work hard and aim high is reinforced successfully as seen throughout all aspects of school life.”

For more information about Bury Grammar School and its outstanding achievements, please visit their website or contact the school directly.

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To read the full inspection report, please visit this webpage: Bury Grammar School – Inspection Report.

Contact Information: Bury Grammar School Phone:

0161 696 8600

Email: schooloffice@burygrammar.com

Website: www.burygrammar.com