AN OLDHAM school has been praised for being a happy place to learn, where everybody ‘gets on well together’ by Ofsted.

The Hathershaw College was given an overall rating of ‘Good’ after an inspection by education regulator Ofsted on Tuesday, November 30 and Wednesday, November 1.

The report said: “Pupils enjoy coming to Hathershaw College. They said that the school is a happy place to learn, where everybody ‘gets on well together’. Pupils described the firm friendships that exist within the school community.

“Pupils feel safe. They are very appreciative of the care and support that they receive fromall adults at the school. They are confident that there is always somebody to talk to should they have any concerns”.

The report added: “Teachers are determined that all pupils will succeed. They are fully committed to ensuring that pupils become knowledgeable, confident, resilient and successful young adults. Most pupils achieve well.”

Commenting on the report, principle Mark Giles, said: “Our success is the result of a continuous team effort. Staff at all levels work incredibly hard in the best interest of pupils, helping to improve their life chances. My vision is to ensure that Hathershaw becomes outstanding, not because of the accolade, but because of the lives that will be transformed on the journey.

“Times have been difficult for young people as a result of the pandemic, and I am so pleased that Inspectors have realised what we have collectively accomplished despite the recent disruption. I would also like to thank the students and their parents for the part they continue to play as well as the support from the Pinnacle Learning Trust.”