Inspection report: 9 June 2026

The recent OFSTED report for The Flying Bull Academy highlights significant improvements across the school. Inspectors recognised the positive impact of the new leadership team, improvements in teaching, strong relationships between staff and pupils, better support for pupils with SEND, and effective safeguarding arrangements.

The report notes that the school is making good progress in restoring standards and creating a positive environment for pupils.

There is a genuine sense from pupils, staff and the trust that the school is restoring the standards that the community expects and its pupils deserve.

You can read the full report here.

What does the school need to do to improve?

The report identifies areas that still need improvement, including pupil outcomes, attendance, teaching consistency, early years provision, and inclusion.