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Ofsted fi nd Brook Field is vibrant and nurturing

Receiving her fi rst Ofsted report since taking over as Brook Field’s headteacher, Melanie Sancto was de-
lighted that inspectors declared the school good and rated it outstanding in some areas.
‘The headteacher and her dedi- meaningful lessons and activities, ing and anti-bullying procedures
cated and committed team have inside and outside school, which were judged to be successful. The Blackthorn School
successfully created a vibrant and actively engage all learners.’ Mrs Sancto said the report recogn- of Photography
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