Setting

Darul Uloom Leicester

119 Loughborough Road Leicester Leicestershire LE4 5LN

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Commission for Social Care Inspection

Launched in April 2004, the Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI) is the single inspectorate for social care in England.

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Commission for Social Care Inspection

The Commission combines the work formerly done by the Social Services Inspectorate (SSI), the SSI/Audit Commission Joint Review Team and the National Care Standards Commission.

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The role of CSCI is to:

• Promote improvement in social care • Inspect all social care - for adults and children - in the public, private and voluntary sectors • Publish annual reports to Parliament on the performance of social care and on the state of the social care market • Inspect and assess ‘Value for Money’ of council social services • Hold performance statistics on social care • Publish the ‘star ratings’ for council social services • Register and inspect services against national standards • Host the Children’s Rights Director role.

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Inspection Methods & Findings

SECTION B of this report summarises key findings and evidence from this inspection. The following 4-point scale is used to indicate the extent to which standards have been met or not met by placing the assessed level alongside the phrase "Standard met?"

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The 4-point scale ranges from:

4 - Standard Exceeded (Commendable) 3 - Standard Met (No Shortfalls) 2 - Standard Almost Met (Minor Shortfalls) 1 - Standard Not Met (Major Shortfalls) 'O' or blank in the 'Standard met?' box denotes standard not assessed on this occasion. '9' in the 'Standard met?' box denotes standard not applicable. 'X' is used where a percentage value or numerical value is not applicable. Darul Uloom Leicester Page 1

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Children's Home

Boarding School (not registered as a children's home) YES

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ID Code

Lead Inspector 1 Mrs Carole Burgess 093706 Name of Further Inspector (if applicable) 2 NA Name of Further Inspector (if applicable) 3 NA Name of Further Inspector (if applicable) 4 NA

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time of inspection

Number of Inspector Days spent on site: .5 Darul Uloom Leicester Page 2

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SPECIFIC OBJECTIVE(S) OF THE VISIT

This was an additional yearly inspection visit to review the specific areas highlighted in this inspection report and to review the three advisory recommendations made during the Additional Inspection Visit under section 87, Children Act 1989 on 19 th January 2004.

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INSPECTION METHODS USED AT THE VISIT

Inspection of relevant part(s) of premises YES Interview with senior staff member in charge YES Interview with other staff NO Discussion with children YES Individual interview with a child NO Visit foster/adoptive home NA Visit lodgings YES Interview foster/adoptive parent NA Inspection of relevant records YES Inspection of relevant policy/practice documents YES Children's survey NA Parent survey NA Placing authority survey NA Foster / adoptive parent survey NA Staff survey NA

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INSPECTION METHODS USED AT THE VISIT

Date of Inspection 15/02/05 Time of Inspection 09.30 Duration Of Inspection 3

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MONITORING AND FOLLOW UP VISITS

Darul Uloom Leicester Page 3 The following scale is used to indicate the extent to which standards have been met or not met by placing the assessed level alongside the phrase "Standard met?"

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MONITORING AND FOLLOW UP VISITS

The scale ranges from: 4 - Standard Exceeded (Commendable) 3 - Standard Met (No Shortfalls) 2 - Standard Almost Met (Minor Shortfalls) 1 - Standard Not Met (Major Shortfalls)

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MONITORING AND FOLLOW UP VISITS

“0" in the "Standard met?" box denotes standard not assessed on this occasion. “9" in the "Standard met?" box denotes standard not applicable. “X” is used where a percentage value or numerical value is not applicable. Darul Uloom Leicester Page 4

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(I). Inspector's assessment of the extent to which the requirements for consultation

with children are being met. Key findings/Evidence Standard met? 3 There is a suggestion/complaints box outside the Principals office and a ‘Students’ Complaints book’, where comments concerns and complaints are written and are addressed. There also is the ‘Principal’s book’. Students can request to see the Principal to discuss any problems, concerns or complaints.

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(I). Inspector's assessment of the extent to which the requirements for consultation

Four boarders spoken to, during the Additional Inspection Visit, felt that their consultation needs were met through the suggestions book, Independent Listener, prefect led meetings (about once a month) and the through the open atmosphere that the school fosters between student and teacher.

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(I). Inspector's assessment of the extent to which the requirements for consultation

The school has an Independent Listener. The Independent Listener is a parent. Having spoken to both staff and students this does not appear to cause a conflict of interests.

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(II). Inspector's assessment of the extent to which the requirements for complaints

procedures for children are being met. Key findings/Evidence Standard met? 3 Darul Uloom has a comprehensive Complaints Policy and Procedure, which is made known to parents and boarders in the ‘Pupil & Parent Guide’. The school has a ‘Complaints book’, in which students’ complaints are logged, with actions where required.

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(II). Inspector's assessment of the extent to which the requirements for complaints

Four students, spoken during the Additional Inspection Visit, said that they did not have any complaints and felt able to talk to any member of staff, the Independent Listener and the prefects. Darul Uloom Leicester Page 5

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response to allegations or suspicions of abuse of children (child protection and

staff/carer reporting procedures). Key findings/Evidence Standard met? 4 Darul Uloom has a comprehensive Child Protection Policy and Procedure, including Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland local policies and procedures. These are made known to all pupils, parents and staff through the ‘Pupil & Parent Guide’ and the ‘Staff Handbook’. Six members of staff have attended Child Protection Course in June 2004, with the Area Child Protection Committee (ACPC). All staff and prefects attended an additional course, at the school on 14 th February 2005, arranged with the ACPC.

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response to allegations or suspicions of abuse of children (child protection and

The School has a ‘Responsible Internet Use’ policy and students have access to Email facilities within the school’s policy guidelines. Students are not allowed mobile phones whilst at school but can use the school pay phone, and the office phone for private calls.

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response to allegations or suspicions of abuse of children (child protection and

The Principal has obtain a copy of ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children (Department of Health, Home Office, DfES 1999) as recommended during the previous inspection .

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response to allegations or suspicions of abuse of children (child protection and

The Principal was advised to also obtain a copy of ‘ Every Child Matters’ DfES 2004.

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The Principal and staff are commended for their proactive approach towards child

(IV). Inspector's assessment of the adequacy of staffing at the time of the visit. Key findings/Evidence Standard met? 3 The boarding staff roster is detailed in the ‘Staff Handbook’ and a weekly ‘duty rota’ is available. Two members of staff are on duty to cover the 24-hour period throughout the week with one ‘waking’ and one ‘sleep in’ staff at night. Students said that they were aware of who was on duty and that there were no ‘thin’ times. Darul Uloom Leicester Page 6

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(V). Inspector's assessment of the extent to which any children and staff/carers seen

are aware of individual children's plans (where applicable). Key findings/Evidence Standard met? 3 Relevant staff are aware of the students’ files, which also contain welfare information. Additional information regarding prescribed medication, General Practitioner and hospital visits etc are recorded in separate files and books. Completed records of courses of medication are moved to the relevant boarders’ files.

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(V). Inspector's assessment of the extent to which any children and staff/carers seen

The Principal was recommended, during the previous Additional Inspection Visit, January 2004, to maintain separate welfare files, which contain the boarders’ medical history i.e. childhood illnesses, vaccinations etc. This was not verified at this inspection visit but will be reviewed in detail during the next full inspection 2005/2006.

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(V). Inspector's assessment of the extent to which any children and staff/carers seen

A signed consent from parents for staff to act in loco parentis in case of an emergency has been provided.

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member of staff, and obtain written parental permission, obtained in advance, for the

administration of appropriate non- prescription medicines. Darul Uloom Leicester Page 7

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FINDINGS ON SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES OF THIS VISIT

The objectives of this inspection include an assessment of the following outcomes for student who board at Darul Uloom, in accordance with outcomes specified in ‘ Every Child Matters ’ DfES 2004: • Young people are healthy. • Young people stay safe. Young people enjoy and achieve. • Young people make a positive contribution. • Young people achieve economic well-being.

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FINDINGS ON SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES OF THIS VISIT

The Principal stated that the school currently has 59 boarders. The school has acquired two additional buildings close to the main school. The Principal indicated that these building were to be used for additional teaching and boarding but are still under renovation and adaptation.

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FINDINGS ON SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES OF THIS VISIT

Young people are healthy - Health & welfare arrangements. Students said that they enjoyed playing football and are encouraged to take part in outdoor activities.

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FINDINGS ON SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES OF THIS VISIT

Students at Darul Uloom do not have set exeats but see their parents at weekends, every two to four weeks. (Also see section V )

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FINDINGS ON SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES OF THIS VISIT

Young people stay safe. The Principal has consolidated the Crisis Management Plan as recommended following the last Additional Inspection Visit in January 2004.

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FINDINGS ON SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES OF THIS VISIT

It was noted, by the Inspector, that the students bring electrical equipment from home, such as irons, which are not Portable Appliance Tested (PAT), as are other school electrical equipment.

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ensure that sleeping, living and recreational areas are free from significant hazards

and consider PAT testing all electrical equipment brought into the school by students.

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ensure that sleeping, living and recreational areas are free from significant hazards

Young people enjoy and achieve. Students are encouraged to do well and are given vouchers, for such things as pizzas, drinks and the tuck shop, as a reward for good behaviour and noteworthy achievements.

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ensure that sleeping, living and recreational areas are free from significant hazards

Onerous demands on boarders’ -The students who attend Darul Uloom are expected to spend a significant part of the school day in religious studies, which includes committing The Holy Qur’an to memory. Students were asked if this was burdensome or difficult; one student said that he found it difficult, but he was well supported by his tutors - others said that they did not find it arduous.

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ensure that sleeping, living and recreational areas are free from significant hazards

Young people make a positive contribution. Darul Uloom Leicester Page 8 Students are encouraged to support the religious life of the local community. The school provides community support radio within a radius of approximately five miles, five times weekly.

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ensure that sleeping, living and recreational areas are free from significant hazards

Young people achieve economic well-being. Students live in a satisfactory and clean environment and both the students and staff said that the meals were very good. Students have access to refrigerators and are able to store snacks brought from home and can by snacks from the tuck shop twice daily. Darul Uloom Leicester Page 9

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FOR UNANNOUNCED, MONITORING AND FOLLOW UP VISITS

Requirements from last Inspection visit fully actioned? YES

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It should be noted that all CSCI inspection reports are public documents. Reports

on children's homes are only obtainable on personal application to CSCI offices. Darul Uloom Leicester Page 10

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Independent Fostering Agencies or Voluntary Adoption Agencies only)

Providers and managers of registered services must comply with statutory conditions of their registration. The conditions applying to this registration are listed below, with the inspector's assessment of compliance from the evidence at the time of this Additional Inspection Visit.

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Issues raised by staff or carers:

Mr Z Patel asked how often Criminal Record Bureau checks should be renewed. The Inspector advised that there is no requirement to renew but that every three years may be considered as good practice. Further advice should be sought through the Boarding Schools’ Association.

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the statutory requirements under the Care Standards Act 2000, Children Act 1989, or

applicable Regulations and National Minimum Standards.

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the statutory requirements under the Care Standards Act 2000, Children Act 1989, or

No. Regulation if applicable Standard * Requirement Timescale for action NONE

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National Minimum Standards and are seen as good practice issues to be considered

No. Refer to Standard * Recommendation Action

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written parental permission, obtained in advance, for the

administration of appropriate non-prescription medicines.

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are free from significant hazards and consider PAT testing all

electrical equipment brought into the school by students.

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are free from significant hazards and consider PAT testing all

Note: Standard code is in respect of the relevant service; e.g. BS = Boarding School, CH = Children's Home, etc Darul Uloom Leicester Page 13

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Public reports

It should be noted that all CSCI inspection reports are public documents. Darul Uloom Leicester Page 14

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Registered Person’s comments/confirmation relating to the content and accuracy of

We would welcome comments on the content of this report relating to the Inspection conducted on 15 th February 2005 and any factual inaccuracies:

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Registered Person’s comments/confirmation relating to the content and accuracy of

Please limit your comments to one side of A4 if possible "We are working on the best way to include the Head teacher’s responses in the published report. In the meantime, responses received are available on request." Darul Uloom Leicester Page 15

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Action taken by the CSCI in response to provider comments:

Comments were received from the provider

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Action taken by the CSCI in response to provider comments:

Provider comments/factual amendments were incorporated into the final inspection report

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Action taken by the CSCI in response to provider comments:

Provider comments are available on file at the Area Office but have not been incorporated into the final inspection report. The inspector believes the report to be factually accurate

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Note:

In instances where there is a major difference of view between the Inspector and the Registered Provider both views will be made available on request to the Area Office.

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which indicates how required or recommended actions and good practice

recommendations are to be addressed and stating a clear timescale for completion. This will be kept on file and made available on request.

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report:

Action plan was received at the point of publication

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report:

Action plan covers all the statutory requirements in a timely fashion

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report:

Action plan did not cover all the statutory requirements and required further discussion

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report:

Provider has declined to provide an action plan

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report:

Other: <enter details here> Darul Uloom Leicester Page 16

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conducted on the above date(s) and that I agree with the required/recommended

actions made and will seek to comply with these.

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Date

Note: In instance where there is a profound difference of view between the Inspector and the Registered Provider both views will be reported. Please attach any extra pages, as applicable.

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Darul Uloom Leicester / 15th February 2005

Commission for Social Care Inspection 33 Greycoat Street London SW1P 2QF

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Darul Uloom Leicester / 15th February 2005

Telephone: 020 7979 2000 Fax: 020 7979 2111

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Darul Uloom Leicester / 15th February 2005

National Enquiry Line: 0845 015 0120 www.csci.org.uk

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Darul Uloom Leicester / 15th February 2005

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Darul Uloom Leicester / 15th February 2005

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