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A new secondary school has been given the lowest possible rating by Ofsted inspectors, with failings across several areas.

Since opening in 2019, the Deanery CE Academy in Wichelstowe near Swindon has seen frequent changes in leadership and teaching staff.

Ofsted inspectors said pupils were "not well prepared for life in modern Britain".

They also noted gaps in curriculum, and issues with attendance and behaviour.

The Deanery CE Academy, which was inspected by Ofsted in September 2023, is part of the Diocese of Bristol Academies Trust, which means other schools in the trust also have a responsibility for running the academy.

The report stated that the trust had an 'overgenerous' view of the school and was not doing enough to tackle issues.

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