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- Inspection date verified
23 Jul 2018
- Inspectors verified
Stephen Lee
- Postcode verified
PL21 0EZ
- Name on report verified
Colours Academy
- URN verified
146033
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- The school is unlikely to meet the requirements of the schedule to the Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014 (‘the independent school standards’) and associated requirements, as set out in the annex of this report. p.7
- Email address lovebugphotography@live.co.uk p.8
- Date of previous standard inspection Not previously inspected p.8
- Number of pupils of compulsory school age 4 Number of pupils of compulsory school age for whom a statement is maintained under section 324, or who is looked after by a local authority Total hours operating as a school per week 35 p.8
- Total hours of teaching provided per week 30 p.8
- Age range of pupils 11–18 11–18 11–18 Number of pupils on the school roll 4 50 30 p.9
- The school does not have enough outdoor space for 50 pupils to engage in physical education or to play outside. p.9
- The space is suitable for a maximum number of 30 pupils. p.9
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“The school’s behaviour policy is poorly constructed and written.” p.2
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School pre-registration inspection report
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Colours Academy Lower Unit 2, Redlake Trading Estate, Ivybridge PL21 0EZ
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Main inspection findings
Part 1. Quality of education provided Paragraph 2(1)–2(2)(b), 2(2)(d)–2(2)(e)(iii), 2(2)(h), 2(2)(i), 3–3(f), 3(i) The proprietor has not drawn up a curriculum policy as required by the standards. The school does not have a developed, articulated approach to the curriculum it will offer. The principles upon which the curriculum will be constructed are not clear. The proprietor’s plans and schemes of work in individual subjects do not provide the basis for effective teaching and learning. The majority of schemes of work provided by the school in their application are model schemes provided by examination boards. The proprietor has made little or no attempt to adapt these to the context of the school and pupils’ ages and needs. In some cases, the proprietor has submitted the examination board GCSE specification in lieu of a developed scheme of work for the proposed school. The schemes of work in creative subjects such as art and design are more developed.
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They provide a more secure basis for planning effective teaching and learning. The personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education scheme of work is a list of topics for each year group. Topics related to the promotion of British values are listed against Year 10. It is not clear how pupils in the years prior to that are taught about these values. The plan does not, therefore, provide an effective basis for actively promoting these values. The proprietor has put plans in place to provide careers advice and guidance for pupils in key stage 4 but they lack detail and development. There are no plans in place for key stage 3 pupils with respect to careers education. Paragraph 2(2)(g) The school will offer post-16 provision for students who wish to study for a BTEC level 3 in art and design. The proprietor’s background is in art education and the programme for such students is appropriate. Paragraph 3(g), 4
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The proprietor has drawn up a system for assessing pupils when they first arrive in the school. This will be followed by ‘medium-term’ assessments in each subject every half-term. At the end of the year, a summative ‘long-term’ assessment will be completed, which will feed into the annual report to parents about their children’s progress. Overall, therefore, a framework for evaluating pupils’ performance is in place. The school is currently operating without registration as it has fewer than five full- time pupils, none of whom has an education, health and care plan. The school also offers sessions to home-educated children on a part-time basis. During the pre- registration inspection, the inspector visited two lessons. The standards in this part are unlikely to be met.
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Part 2. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils Paragraph 5–5(b), 5(b)(ii), 5(b)(iv)–5(b)(vii) The schemes of work for PSHE education and other subjects do not ensure that fundamental British values are actively promoted in all year groups. These values appear explicitly in the PSHE education scheme of work for Year 10 but the provision for younger pupils is not well developed or articulated in the school’s current plans and schemes. Paragraph 5(b)(i), 5b(iii) The PSHE education scheme of work makes clear that the programme will allow pupils to develop their self-knowledge, self-esteem and self-confidence. This will build pupils’ capacity to play a positive part in society. The proprietor envisages that many pupils will come to the school with social, emotional or mental health difficulties. She has a clear approach to building these pupils’ self-esteem after what might have been
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disrupted educational histories to that point. Paragraph 5(c)–5(d)(iii) The proprietor has a good understanding of the need to ensure that sensitive issues are handled in an impartial and non-partisan manner. A recent debate on animal rights in the context of zoos, for example, involved pupils researching the topic and providing balanced arguments to back up their opinions. The standard in this part is unlikely to be met.
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Part 3. Welfare, health and safety of pupils Paragraph 7–7(b), 32(1)(c) The proprietor has not ensured that arrangements are in place to safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils. Currently, neither the proprietor nor any other staff have the required level of training to act as the school’s designated safeguarding lead. Staff are aware of the Secretary of State’s guidance contained in ‘Keeping children safe in education’, although their understanding is not deep, as the absence of an appropriately trained person to lead on safeguarding indicates. The school has a safeguarding policy that is based on the model policy drawn up by the Devon safeguarding children board. It is not, however, on the school’s website. Paragraph 9–9(c), 3(h) The school’s behaviour policy is poorly constructed and written. Information on rewards and sanctions is not very detailed and there is no mention of the school’s
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policy on exclusion. In its current form, the behaviour policy will not help staff to manage behaviour effectively and to encourage pupils to behave responsibly. Paragraph 10 The school’s anti-bullying policy is taken from a model policy issued in the Republic of Ireland, with the school’s name inserted. It refers to legislation and guidance that do not apply in the United Kingdom. It is not the basis for an effective anti-bullying strategy. Paragraph 11, 16 The school’s health and safety policy is a generic policy with minimal adaptations. As a result, it does not indicate that health and safety has been thought through in any depth in the context of this school. The school does not have a risk assessment policy. Some of its current risk assessments are taken from another school and, again, pay insufficient attention to the particular circumstances of the proposed school. Those risk assessments that have
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been drawn up for the current school do not identify risks accurately or assess the impact of actions taken to mitigate risk. In their current form, these risk assessments are not fit for purpose. Paragraph 12 The school has taken appropriate actions to meet the requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. All the rooms have smoke detectors and the fire extinguishers have been recently serviced. The fire alarm is tested weekly by the owners of the building. Fire exits and fire doors are appropriately signed. Evacuation routes are clear. Paragraph 13 The proprietor has not drawn up a first aid policy as required by the standards. The school does, however, have a trained first aider on its staff. Paragraph 14 The number of staff currently employed to start in September 2018 is sufficient to ensure that the anticipated number of pupils are properly supervised. Paragraph 15 The school does not have an admission register, as required by the Education (Pupil
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Registration) (England) Regulations 2006. Currently, pupils only register once a day, which does not meet the legal requirement of twice-daily registration. The standards in this part are unlikely to be met.
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Part 4. Suitability of staff, supply staff, and proprietors Paragraph 18(2)–18(2)(e), 18(3) The proprietor ensures that all the required checks are made on staff prior to their employment at the school. Paragraph 19(2)–19(3) The school does not use supply staff and does not intend to do so. As a result, it has not had to make any checks on such staff. Paragraph 20(6)–20(6)(c) The school does not have a governing body, and will not have one when it is registered. Consequently, it is not required to make any of the checks referred to in these paragraphs. Paragraph 21(1)–21(3)(b) Although the proprietor has made the necessary pre-employment checks on staff, they are not recorded in a single central register as required. The standards in this part are unlikely to be met.
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Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools Paragraph 23(1)–23(3)(c), 28(1)–28(2)(b) The premises have suitable toilet and washing facilities. Washing facilities have adequate hot and cold water. Hot water does not pose a scalding risk to users. Drinking water is readily available to pupils, although the suitable sources of drinking water are not marked as such. There are no changing or showering facilities for pupils who receive physical education. The proprietor has not given detailed thought to this aspect of the standards. Paragraph 24(1)–24(2) The premises currently do not have suitable accommodation to care for the medical needs of any pupils who are injured or fall ill during the school day. Paragraph 25, 26, 27 The school occupies part of a converted clay factory. The school’s rooms are maintained to a good standard. The rooms are well lit and abundantly decorated with examples of pupils’ artwork. Overall, the classrooms and other spaces are suitable for
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their intended purposes. The proprietor has ensured that movement-activated external security lighting is in place. This means that people can safely enter and leave the premises when it is dark. Paragraph 29(1)–29(1)(b) The school has access to an outdoor area but it is not large enough to cater for the school’s proposed maximum number on roll of 50 pupils. Moreover, part of it is bordered by a low wall, over which is a large, precipitous drop. This is potentially dangerous. The proprietor is aware of this and plans to add additional fencing. In its current configuration, however, the outdoor space is not suitable. The standards in this part are unlikely to be met.
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Part 6. Provision of information Paragraph 32(1), 32(1)(b), 32(3), 32(3)(a), 32(3)(c), 32(3)(d) The school is not in the position to make available to parents all the information required by these paragraphs of the standards. For example, it does not have policies on the curriculum, exclusions or first aid. Therefore, it cannot make them available to parents should they request a copy. Paragraph 32(1)(a), 32(1)(f), 32(1)(g), 32(1)(j)–32(2)(b)(i), 32(2)(d), 32(3)(e), 32(3)(f) The school provides the information referred to in these paragraphs, such as the contact details for the proprietor, via its website. The school’s framework for assessment will feed into an annual report to parents about their child’s progress in the school. The standard in this part is unlikely to be met.
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Part 7. Manner in which complaints are handled Paragraph 33(a), 33(b) The proprietor has drawn up a complaints procedure that is in writing and is made available to parents. Paragraph 33, 33(c)–33(k) The complaints procedure does not meet the requirements of the independent school standards. For example, no reference is made to timescales for handling complaints. There is no reference to the possibility of informally resolving a complaint. The procedure for handling a written complaint does not include the option for a panel hearing if a complainant is unhappy with the initial outcome of a written complaint. The standard in this part is unlikely to be met.
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Part 8. Quality of leadership in and management of schools Paragraph 34(1)–34(1)(c) The proprietor has not ensured that the proposed school is likely to meet all the independent school standards consistently were it to be registered. Some of the standards that are not likely to be met relate to the well-being of pupils. The proprietor’s educational knowledge and understanding are strongest in subjects such as art and design. The standard in this part is unlikely to be met.
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Main inspection findings
The proprietor has not drawn up an accessibility plan as required by paragraph 3 of schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010.
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Compliance with regulatory requirements
The school is unlikely to meet the requirements of the schedule to the Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014 (‘the independent school standards’) and associated requirements, as set out in the annex of this report.
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Proposed school details
This inspection was carried out under section 99 of the Education and Skills Act 2008, the purpose of which is to advise the Secretary of State for Education about the school’s likely compliance with the independent school standards that are required for registration as an independent school.
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Proposed school details
Email address lovebugphotography@live.co.uk
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Proposed school details
Date of previous standard inspection Not previously inspected
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Provider already operating
Number of pupils of compulsory school age 4 Number of pupils of compulsory school age for whom a statement is maintained under section 324, or who is looked after by a local authority Total hours operating as a school per week 35
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Provider already operating
Total hours of teaching provided per week 30
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recommendation
Age range of pupils 11–18 11–18 11–18 Number of pupils on the school roll 4 50 30
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recommendation
Reason for inspector’s recommendations The school does not have enough outdoor space for 50 pupils to engage in physical education or to play outside. The space is suitable for a maximum number of 30 pupils.
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School’s current position School’s proposal
Gender of pupils Mixed Mixed Number of full-time pupils of compulsory school age 4 50
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School’s current position School’s proposal
Number of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities 0 0
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School’s current position School’s proposal
Of which, number of pupils with a statement of special educational needs or an education, health and care plan 0 0
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School’s current position School’s proposal
Of which, number of pupils paid for by a local authority with a statement of special educational needs or an education, health and care plan 0 0
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School’s current position School’s proposal
Number of full-time equivalent teaching staff 2 2.1
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Information about this proposed school
Colours Academy is currently providing full-time education for four pupils, none of whom has an education, health and care plan. It does not, therefore, currently meet the definition of an independent school. The school also provides sessions on a part- time basis for pupils who are home educated. The school is situated in part of a converted clay factory. The majority of the rest of the building is used by artists as studio space. The school proposes to take pupils from age 11 to 18. The proprietor originally applied to register for key stage 2 pupils but later amended this, as she has no intention that any such pupil should attend full time.
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Information about this inspection
This pre-registration inspection was commissioned by the Department for Education. It was the proposed school’s first such inspection. The school is currently operating but it does not meet the definition of an independent school. The inspector scrutinised the proprietor’s application and the documents supplied with it. He met with the proprietor and one other member of staff. The inspector toured the premises and visited two lessons.
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Inspection team
Stephen Lee, lead inspector Her Majesty’s Inspector
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Part 1. Quality of education provided
2(1) The standard in this paragraph is met if- – 2(1)(a) the proprietor ensures that a written policy on the curriculum, supported by appropriate plans and schemes of work, which provides for the matters specified in sub-paragraph (2) is drawn up and implemented effectively; and – 2(1)(b) the written policy, plans and schemes of work- – 2(1)(b)(i) take into account the ages, aptitudes and needs of all pupils, including those pupils with an EHC plan; and – 2(1)(b)(ii) do not undermine the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs. 2(2) For the purposes of paragraph (2)(1)(a), the matters are- – 2(2)(a) full-time supervised education for pupils of compulsory school age (construed in accordance with section 8 of the Education Act 1996), which gives pupils experience in linguistic, mathematical, scientific, technological, human and
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social, physical and aesthetic and creative education; – 2(2)(b) that pupils acquire speaking, listening, literacy and numeracy skills; – 2(2)(d) personal, social, health and economic education which- – 2(2)(d)(i) reflects the school’s aim and ethos; and – 2(2)(d)(ii) encourages respect for other people, paying particular regard to the protected characteristics set out in the 2010 Act[9]; – 2(2)(e) for pupils receiving secondary education, access to accurate, up-to-date careers guidance that- – 2(2)(e)(i) is presented in an impartial manner; – 2(2)(e)(ii) enables them to make informed choices about a broad range of career options; and – 2(2)(e)(iii) helps to encourage them to fulfil their potential; – 2(2)(h) that all pupils have the opportunity to learn and make progress; and – 2(2)(i) effective preparation of pupils for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life in British society. – 3(a) enables pupils to acquire new knowledge and make good progress according to
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their ability so that they increase their understanding and develop their skills in the subjects taught; – 3(b) fosters in pupils self-motivation, the application of intellectual, physical and creative effort, interest in their work and the ability to think and learn for themselves; – 3(c) involves well planned lessons and effective teaching methods, activities and management of class time; – 3(d) shows a good understanding of the aptitudes, needs and prior attainments of the pupils, and ensures that these are taken into account in the planning of lessons; – 3(e) demonstrates good knowledge and understanding of the subject matter being taught; – 3(f) utilises effectively classroom resources of a good quality, quantity and range; – 3(h) utilises effective strategies for managing behaviour and encouraging pupils to act responsibly; – 3(i) does not undermine the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of
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law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.
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Part 2. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils
5 The standard about the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils at the school is met if the proprietor- – 5(a) actively promotes the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs; – 5(b) ensures that principles are actively promoted which- – 5(b)(ii) enable pupils to distinguish right from wrong and to respect the civil and criminal law of England; – 5(b)(iv) enable pupils to acquire a broad general knowledge of and respect for public institutions and services in England; – 5(b)(v) further tolerance and harmony between different cultural traditions by enabling pupils to acquire an appreciation of and respect for their own and other cultures; – 5(b)(vi) encourage respect for other people, paying particular regard to the protected characteristics set out in the 2010 Act; and – 5(b)(vii) encourage respect for democracy and support for participation in the
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Part 2. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils
democratic process, including respect for the basis on which the law is made and applied in England.
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Part 3. Welfare, health and safety of pupils
7 The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that- – 7(a) arrangements are made to safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils at the school; and – 7(b) such arrangements have regard to any guidance issued by the Secretary of State. 9 The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor promotes good behaviour amongst pupils by ensuring that- – 9(a) a written behaviour policy is drawn up that, amongst other matters, sets out the sanctions to be adopted in the event of pupil misbehaviour; – 9(b) the policy is implemented effectively; and – 9(c) a record is kept of the sanctions imposed upon pupils for serious misbehaviour. 10 The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that bullying at the school is prevented in so far as reasonably practicable, by the drawing up and implementation of an effective anti-bullying strategy. 11 The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that relevant health
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Part 3. Welfare, health and safety of pupils
and safety laws are complied with by the drawing up and effective implementation of a written health and safety policy. 13 The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that first aid is administered in a timely and competent manner by the drawing up and effective implementation of a written first aid policy. 15 The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that an admission and attendance register is maintained in accordance with the Education (Pupil Registration) (England) Regulations 2006[13]. 16 The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that- – 16(a) the welfare of pupils at the school is safeguarded and promoted by the drawing up and effective implementation of a written risk assessment policy; and – 16(b) appropriate action is taken to reduce risks that are identified.
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Part 4. Suitability of staff, supply staff, and proprietors
21(1) The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor keeps a register which shows such of the information referred to in sub-paragraphs (3) to (7) as is applicable to the school in question. 21(2) The register referred to in sub-paragraph (1) may be kept in electronic form, provided that the information so recorded is capable of being reproduced in legible form. 21(3) The information referred to in this sub-paragraph is- – 21(3)(a) in relation to each member of staff (“S”) appointed on or after 1st May 2007, whether- – 21(3)(a)(i) S’s identity was checked; – 21(3)(a)(ii) a check was made to establish whether S is barred from regulated activity relating to children in accordance with section 3(2) of the 2006 Act; – 21(3)(a)(iii) a check was made to establish whether S is subject to any direction made under section 128 of the 2008 Act or section 142 of the 2002 Act or any disqualification, prohibition or restriction which takes effect as if contained in such
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a direction; – 21(3)(a)(iv) checks were made to ensure, where appropriate, that S had the relevant qualifications; – 21(3)(a)(v) an enhanced criminal record certificate was obtained in respect of S; – 21(3)(a)(vi) checks were made pursuant to paragraph 18(2)(d); – 21(3)(a)(vii) a check of S’s right to work in the United Kingdom was made; and – 21(3)(a)(viii) checks were made pursuant to paragraph 18(2)(e), – 21(3)(b) in relation to each member of staff ("S"), whether a check was made to establish whether S is subject to a prohibition order or an interim prohibition order, including the date on which such check was completed.
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Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools
23(1) Subject to sub-paragraph (2), the standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that- – 23(1)(c) suitable changing accommodation and showers are provided for pupils aged 11 years or over at the start of the school year who receive physical education. 24(1) The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that suitable accommodation is provided in order to cater for the medical and therapy needs of pupils, including- – 24(1)(a) accommodation for the medical examination and treatment of pupils; – 24(1)(b) accommodation for the short term care of sick and injured pupils, which includes a washing facility and is near to a toilet facility; and 24(2) The accommodation provided under sub-paragraphs (1)(a) and (b) may be used for other purposes (apart from teaching) provided it is always readily available to be used for the purposes set out in sub-paragraphs (1)(a) and (b).
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Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools
28(1) The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that- – 28(1)(c) cold water supplies that are suitable for drinking are clearly marked as such; and 29(1) The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that suitable outdoor space is provided in order to enable- – 29(1)(a) physical education to be provided to pupils in accordance with the school curriculum; and – 29(1)(b) pupils to play outside.
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Part 6. Provision of information
32(1) The standard about the provision of information by the school is met if the proprietor ensures that- – 32(1)(b) the information specified in sub-paragraph (3) is made available to parents of pupils and parents of prospective pupils and, on request, to the Chief Inspector, the Secretary of State or an independent inspectorate; – 32(1)(c) particulars of the arrangements for meeting the standard contained in paragraph 7 are published on the school’s internet website or, where no such website exists, are provided to parents on request; 32(3) The information specified in this sub-paragraph is- – 32(3)(a) particulars of the school’s policy on and arrangements for admissions, misbehaviour and exclusions; – 32(3)(c) particulars of the policy referred to in paragraph 2; – 32(3)(d) particulars of arrangements for meeting the standards contained in paragraphs 9, 10, 11 and 13.
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Part 7. Manner in which complaints are handled
33 The standard about the manner in which complaints are handled is met if the proprietor ensures that a complaints procedure is drawn up and effectively implemented which deals with the handling of complaints from parents of pupils and which- – 33(c) sets out clear time scales for the management of a complaint; – 33(d) allows for a complaint to be made and considered initially on an informal basis; – 33(e) where the parent is not satisfied with the response to the complaint made in accordance with sub-paragraph (d), establishes a formal procedure for the complaint to be made in writing; – 33(f) where the parent is not satisfied with the response to the complaint made in accordance with sub-paragraph (e), makes provision for a hearing before a panel appointed by or on behalf of the proprietor and consisting of at least three people who were not directly involved in the matters detailed in the complaint;
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Part 7. Manner in which complaints are handled
– 33(g) ensures that, where there is a panel hearing of a complaint, one panel member is independent of the management and running of the school; – 33(h) allows for a parent to attend and be accompanied at a panel hearing if they wish; – 33(i) provides for the panel to make findings and recommendations and stipulates that a copy of those findings and recommendations is- – 33(i)(i) provided to the complainant and, where relevant, the person complained about; and – 33(i)(ii) available for inspection on the school premises by the proprietor and the head teacher; – 33(j) provides for a written record to be kept of all complaints that are made in accordance with sub-paragraph (e) and- – 33(j)(i) whether they are resolved following a formal procedure, or proceed to a panel hearing; and – 33(j)(ii) action taken by the school as a result of those complaints (regardless of whether they are upheld); and – 33(k) provides that correspondence, statements and records relating to individual
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Part 7. Manner in which complaints are handled
complaints are to be kept confidential except where the Secretary of State or a body conducting an inspection under section 109 of the 2008 Act requests access to them.
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Part 8. Quality of leadership in and management of schools
34(1) The standard about the quality of leadership and management is met if the proprietor ensures that persons with leadership and management responsibilities at the school- – 34(1)(a) demonstrate good skills and knowledge appropriate to their role so that the independent school standards are met consistently; – 34(1)(b) fulfil their responsibilities effectively so that the independent school standards are met consistently; and – 34(1)(c) actively promote the well-being of pupils.
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Schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010
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Schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010
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