Validator report
03 November 2023
PWA-Harford Manor School-NR2 2LN-03/Nov/2023
Areas for further development
A consistent approach to any continuous work is needed, alongside the continuation of pupil wellbeing in the school development plan. The school has plans to share their MAGIC award system with other, similar schools.
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Confirm the recommendation
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Overall comments
The portfolio of evidence shows the school's intent to improve children's health and wellbeing across the whole school and into the future. The school's efforts in this important area have meant that the community in its entirety has benefitted from all the consistent work that has transpired since starting the award process. The dedication from staff has ensured that pupil wellbeing has a high profile across the school and is linked closely with other areas of school life. This is a really good example of how to focus on a well-rounded approach to pupil wellbeing. Congratulations!
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Validator benchmark comments
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Comments on impact identified during validation
It is very clear that the school has implemented numerous meaningful opportunities in which the whole-school community can participate and the reports reflect that pupils find value in these opportunities, as well as that their
awareness has been raised. As the school has noted, it is difficult to measure the impact using data but the pupils use the language they have been taught and the majority say they enjoy school and are engaged.
awareness has been raised. As the school has noted, it is difficult to measure the impact using data but the pupils use the language they have been taught and the majority say they enjoy school and are engaged.
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Comments on impact identified during validation
Feedback from staff shows that the various strategies and support measures put in place had a positive effect on pupil emotional wellbeing and mental health. Pupils are learning how to manage and regulate themselves more effectively.
Comments on impact identified during validation
Pupils are working more collaboratively and creatively and the MAGIC Awards are working really well. The school is working in a cross-curricular way and is also demonstrating the links made between different external awards.
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Comments on impact identified during validation
Increasing the training provision for staff has meant that they now feel more confident and competent to support children. The school has plans to ensure this continues over time.
Validator recommendation
I recommend that the school is accredited for this award
Validation confirm date
03/Nov/2023
Product attribute ref
Silver