A Special Inspection Report has found serious weaknesses in the management of Castle Rushen High School.

The report also said there was poor consultation between the upper and lower levels of staff, and senior staff and governors, and there was a lack of evidence of the school making any progress since its last inspection eight years ago.

During the summer concerns from parents, staff and politicians over the school's management led to the Department of Education commissioning the inspection.

James Davis reports (text, below, from attached audio file):

The report found a high level of contentment among staff when it came to their peers and pupils, they were often described as 'fantastic', 'great', 'wonderful' and 'a joy to teach.'

There was also a willingness from staff to stay at the school, even from some of those who had expressed serious concerns about the leadership and management within.

But many staff and governors said they didn't feel valued, nor were they treated with respect or dignity.

Another main finding was that the school had the capacity to improve, but there needed to be a greater level of commitment from, and consultation between, the Senior Leadership Team and members of staff.

The report included a raft of recommendations which it's urged the school to act upon urgently.

(Picture: Castle Rushen High School).