A Stratford school that is "supporting pupils to become the leaders of tomorrow" has been praised following a recent Ofsted visit.
Harris Science Academy East London in Three Mill Lane was visited by the education watchdog at the end of April and the findings were made public on June 13.
The school, which teaches students from year 7 to year 13, was deemed 'outstanding' in its quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development and leadership and management.
Ofsted labelled it 'good' for its sixth form provision.
"Pupils have a strong understanding of fundamental British values and they learn the skills and empathy to become successful citizens of the world."
Inspectors found that pupils receive "strong" careers guidance and "value the opportunities they have to undertake a leadership role, such as being a member of the student council".
Sixth form students were found to "appreciate the work the school is doing to develop their experiences further such as widening advice about careers and broadening the scope of leadership roles".
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Behaviour in lessons and around the school was described as "exemplary" and is aided by the school's values of growth, responsibility, ambition, compassion and excellence.
As well as excelling in personal development and behaviour, Ofsted noted the school's curriculum as "highly ambitious".
This was found to be demonstrated by pupils’ achievements in GCSE exams.
Pupils with special educational needs and/ or disabilities (SEND) are "supported to learn the curriculum well" and additional needs are identified quickly and with precision when pupils join.
Principal Dan MacPherson said: “I am very proud of our staff and students whose hard work has culminated in this brilliant Ofsted report.
"Our students were fantastic ambassadors for our academy throughout, demonstrating the positive and supportive environment we foster both in and out of lessons.
"From our curriculum to our personal development provision, I am so pleased with the inspectors’ report and look forward to building on this success for years to come.”
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