Inspectors have rated Samworth Church Academy, Mansfield, as good in all areas. The Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) report had high praise for the academy, saying: “Staff go the extra mile on students’ behalf so all students feel a sense of self-worth.”

Inspectors said the academy’s vision allowed students to flourish and that relationships at all levels are a strength of the academy, so that students relate to staff and their peers in a positive way.

The report praised the inclusive and supportive nature of the academy saying: “No students indicate that bullying was a problem, and the school is recognised in its Ofsted report as being at the forefront of measures to curb homophobic, racist or sexist discrimination.”

The key Christian values of the school are credited with providing strong guidance for all, saying a ‘high value is placed on forgiveness, vocation, respect, positivity and service.’

Principal Lisa McVeigh said: “We are very pleased to have this external validation of the emphasis we place on our core Christian Values at the academy and the impact this has.
“We also welcome feedback on how we can continuously improve.”

Academy chaplain Alex Brompton is credited in the report for providing the academy with growing links to the wider Christian community.

Pictured are students with Samworth Church Academy’s chaplain, Alex Brompton (centre left), and principal, Lisa McVeigh (centre right).