Mechinoh School

Mechinoh School Independent school progress monitoring inspection report

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DfE registration number 355/6020 Unique Reference Number (URN) 105999 Inspection number 385628 Inspection dates 14 November 2011 Reporting inspector Jonathon Yodaiken achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you

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T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk No. 090137 Independent school progress monitoring inspection report

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Purpose and scope of the inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Section 162A of the Education Act 2002, as amended by schedule 8 of the Education Act 2005. 1,2

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Purpose and scope of the inspection

The inspection was conducted at the request of the Registration Authority for independent schools in order to monitor the progress the school has made in implementing its action plan following the previous inspection.

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Information about the school

The Mechinoh Boys’ School was opened in 1982 and is situated in Salford, North Manchester. It offers secondary education for Orthodox Jewish boys, aged between 11 and 16 years of age with provision for both religious and secular studies. There are 67 students on roll. There are no students with a statement of special educational needs. The school was last inspected in October 2011.

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Information about the school

The school states its aims as: ‘to provide a comprehensive religious education to its pupils and to prepare them for entry into Yeshivahs (Talmudical College) to further their religious education. In addition, to equip pupils with the basic skills required for adult life, such as literacy, numeracy and general knowledge whilst placing great emphasis on developing a high standard of ethical behaviour’.

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Information about the school

On leaving school, all the students continue their education in Yeshivah in the United Kingdom.

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Context of the inspection

The school was last inspected in October 2010. As a result of that inspection, when five of the regulations were not met, an action plan was drawn up by the school in April 2011 which was evaluated in June 2011. This action plan was found to be unsatisfactory as two of the regulations were not sufficiently addressed, with no timetable provided. The purpose of this visit was to monitor the school’s progress in implementing the action plan.

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action plan

The inspection in October 2010 found that there were shortcomings in the provision to provide students with a good general knowledge of public institutions and services in England. In response, the school has formulated a curriculum policy setting out how it will develop students’ knowledge of public services and institutions in England.

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action plan

1 www.opsi.gov.uk/acts/acts2002/ukpga_20020032_en_14#pt10-ch1-pb4-l1g162 2 www.opsi.gov.uk/ACTS/acts2005/ukpga_20050018_en_15#sch8 Independent school progress monitoring inspection report This maps out within each year group what should be taught and the resources required to support each topic. The school now provides a suitably broad curriculum in this subject area and students demonstrate an adequate knowledge of public services and institutions.

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action plan

The inspection found that the first aid policy was inadequate and there was no member of staff with a suitable first aid qualification. To address the shortcoming, the school has sent a member of staff on a registered first aid training course so that there is now a qualified first aider on the premises. In addition, the first-aid policy has been redrafted and now provides a comprehensive outline of all first aid procedures.

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action plan

The inspection of October 2010 found that there were insufficient washrooms for students. The school did not have a satisfactory standard of decoration and there was no appropriate facility available for students who might become unwell. The school has remedied the weaknesses. All classrooms have been redecorated. The study hall has been completely refurbished and the school environment is now well- decorated and conducive to learning. The school has provided a dedicated room for the use of students who are ill, which has within it a couch and a wash basin reasonably nearby. Additional washbasins and toilets have been installed and there is now an appropriate number of washbasins and toilets for the number of students.

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Compliance with regulatory requirements

 The school has made satisfactory progress and now meets all regulatory requirements. Independent school progress monitoring inspection report

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School details

Number of pupils with a statement of special educational needs

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School details

Annual fees (day pupils) There are no fees, only parental voluntary contributions

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School details

Address of school 13 Upper Park Road Salford Lancashire M7 4HY

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