BROADSTONE Middle School has been ranked as “inadequate” by Ofsted Inspectors who said the school has “serious weaknesses”.

Pupils’ achievement and the quality of teaching have been highlighted as particular problem areas as these were both judged as “inadequate”.

The inspection carried out in early October 2013 identified that the school needed to make improvements in pupil progress, teaching and the rigour with which Governors hold the school to account.

Headteacher of Broadstone Middle School, Andrew Johnson said: "Understandably I was disappointed with the outcome of the Ofsted inspection.

“In response to Ofsted’s recommendations, and in collaboration with the Local Authority, this plan has now been adapted to rigorously address the findings of the report and pursue rapid improvement."

Behaviour and safety of pupils, along with leadership and management were also identified as areas which needed to be improved.

Vicky Wales, Head of Children, Young People and Learning at Poole Council, said: "The local authority understands the disappointment that parents and pupils will feel about this judgement.

“Whilst the school has made progress on a number of concerns from the previous inspection, the school has to work further on these areas.”

Pupils were praised for their behaviour and ability to mix well in different social settings through the positive delivery of a spiritual, moral, social and cultural curriculum.

The range of partnership links with other schools in developing sporting activities and staff training was also recognised as a strength.

Jacquie Hattemore, Chair of Governors, Broadstone Middle School, said: “We believe that Broadstone Middle offers a rich and diverse curriculum that supports and enhances our pupils’ development.

“We are keen to maintain this whilst addressing the key issues raised by Ofsted."