Menorah Grammar School
Catchment Area, Exam Results and Reviews

Pupils’ learning in the secular subjects is shallow. Leaders do not allocate enough time for pupils to study GCSE and A level subjects. In key stage 4 and the sixth form, the focus is on passing examinations. As a result, pupils do not develop a deep or broad understanding of subjects. Pupils look forward to attending school and thoroughly enjoy studying the Kodesh curriculum. Pupils from the mainstream part of the school get along well with those from the additional resource base (DNC), showing care and consideration for their peers. Most pupils are polite, well behaved and ready to learn. This is down to the work of leaders, who have implemented strategies that are having the desired impact. Bullying is extremely rare. Leaders act quickly to prevent any misbehaviour, including bullying or other unkindness, from escalating. Pupils feel valued and part of the school community. They feel safe because of the care that staff provide. The school has experienced turbulence in leadership that slowed down progress after the last inspection. Current leaders have the knowledge, skills and right plans in place to turn the school around.