More Than Ed Independent School

School pre-registration inspection report

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More Than Ed Independent Special School Cherry Tree Court, Woodfield Park, Weston Road, Balby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN4 8QN

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Part 1. Quality of education provided Paragraphs 2(1), 2(1)(a), 2(1)(b), 2(1)(b)(i), 2(1)(b)(ii), 2(2), 2(2)(a), 2(2)(b), 2(2)(d), 2(2)(d)(i), 2(2)(d)(ii), 2(2)(h), 2(2)(i), 3, 3(a), 3(b), 3(c), 3(d), 3(e), 3(f), 3(g), 3(h), 3(i), 3(j) and 4  The proposed curriculum has been carefully thought out by the headteacher, who is very clear about the needs of prospective pupils. The national curriculum programme of study forms the backbone of the curriculum. However, planning shows that a thematic-based route is planned, which is designed to engage reluctant learners.  The proprietor and headteacher are both experienced teachers. The proprietor currently runs an alternative provision for 20 pupils which uses a therapeutic approach to learning and engaging pupils. This approach is to be replicated within the school.  A therapy team, including a speech and language therapist, educational and clinical psychologists and an occupational therapist, has been employed by the proprietor to

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support prospective pupils. The speech and language therapist joined the headteacher at the curriculum meeting. This demonstrated the close working relationship between therapy and education which will ensure the proposed curriculum is closely aligned to the needs of all prospective pupils.  At the time of the visit, outline curriculum plans were in place for all the areas of the curriculum in key stages 2, 3 and 4. The headteacher recognises that more work will be needed to personalise the curriculum to meet the needs of individual pupils. However, as prospective pupils’ specific needs are as yet unknown, this is an acceptable approach.  Personal, social and health education (PSHE) curriculum plans show that leaders have ensured that prospective pupils will learn about fundamental British values and respect for those groups of people protected by the Equality Act 2010.  The headteacher has purchased a system to measure pupils’ progress. She has put in

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place, in partnership with the therapy team, a system to measure and evaluate pupils’ starting points. A similar system is in place within the company’s alternative provision and has proved to be successful at evaluating pupils’ needs.  Leaders intend to offer a high level of support for individual pupils. It is planned that education will be delivered either one to one or in small groups. All pupils will access appropriate therapy on site in order to support them to become ready to learn.  The above standards are likely to be met. Paragraph 2(2)(e), 2(2)(e)(i), 2(2)(e)(ii) and 2(2)(e)(iii)  Leaders have not yet put in place a system for ensuring secondary pupils have access to accurate and up-to-date careers education. Links with a local authority were in the process of being put in place at the time of the visit. However, this may not enable pupils to gain a sufficiently broad view of prospective career pathways.

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 School leaders have not ensured the standards in this part are likely to be met.

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Part 2. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils Paragraph 5, 5(a), 5(b), 5(b)(i), 5(b)(ii), 5(b)(iii), 5(b)(iv), 5(b)(v), 5(b)(vi), 5(b)(vii), 5(c), 5(d), 5(d)(i), 5(d)(ii) and 5(d)(iii)  Planning shows that the leaders have carefully and thoughtfully planned the spiritual moral, social and cultural (SMSC) elements of the curriculum, linking them closely to British values. It is intended that each element of SMSC will be covered individually. For example, it is planned that the individual liberty element will be covered as part of Black History Month.  It is planned that pupils will learn about democracy as part of the anti-bullying element of the curriculum. They will focus on an individual’s democratic right to live without fear and in safety.  It is planned that the work of the on-site therapy team will contribute directly to promoting pupils’ self-esteem and self-confidence. Termly topics are planned, such as

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‘How I see myself versus how others see me’, in order to raise pupils’ self-awareness and improve pupils’ confidence.  A flexible approach to timetabling on Fridays will ensure that a selection of events within a ‘cultural calendar’ can be included in the curriculum. Events planned include Chinese New Year, World Hearing Day and Holocaust Day. It is planned that these events will enable pupils to have a greater understanding of global events.  The school is located on a multi-use community site. A not-for-profit café is close to the school, and it is planned that the school will develop links with this organisation. It is planned that pupils will grow and sell produce and make crafts, including a calendar to raise funds for mental health.  These planned activities are designed to enable pupils to make links within the community and to learn more about the importance of healthy lifestyles and helping

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others.  It is also planned that pupils will undertake physical education in the on-site gym. This will not only enable pupils to access a range of resources, but will also ensure they learn to respect other public institutions.  Leaders have ensured that standards in this part are likely to be met. Part 3. Welfare, health and safety of pupils Paragraphs 9, 9(a), 9(b), 9(c), 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 16(a) and 16(b)  Leaders have put in place a positive behaviour plan, which is closely based on the model used within the company’s alternative provision. No sanctions are to be used, just a therapeutic approach and trauma-informed practice.  It is planned that working with parents and carers will be key to helping pupils to manage their behaviour. Rewards for good behaviour rather than punishment for misdemeanours will be a key focus.  The school’s proposed anti-bullying policy will ensure all incidents of bullying behaviour

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are recorded and monitored.  Leaders are not planning to exclude pupils. They favour a therapeutic approach and a high staff to pupil ratio to manage incidents of difficult behaviour.  One of the directors of the company is a qualified surveyor. His knowledge of health and safety is a strength. However, not all of the policies presented at the inspection reflected the high standard of the director’s knowledge. Further alterations to policies, made during the inspection on site, have ensured this standard is met.  Plans show that all staff will be first-aid trained, and leaders were clear about how incidents would be recorded.  Risk assessments seen during the inspection were of an adequate quality and demonstrated that leaders were able to measure risk and plan effective actions to mitigate identified risks.  Leaders have ensured that the standards above are likely to be met. Paragraphs 7, 7(a), 7(b), 12 and 15

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 School leaders have put in place a safeguarding policy which meets the requirements of ‘Keeping children safe in education’, September 2020. However, at the time of the inspection, school leaders had not carried out all the required safer recruitment checks and recorded them in a single central register.  A fire safety plan was in place at the time of the inspection. Staff are also to be trained as fire wardens when appointed. However, fire evacuation routes from the building are not clear and regular fire drills were not planned.  Although school leaders provided a template for an attendance register, they did not have one in place. Leaders did not have an admissions’ register template available for inspection and seemed unsure what was needed for this.  Leaders have not carried out all the required checks for the safer recruitment of staff.  At the time of the inspection, the proprietor board had not compiled a single central

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register in line with the legislative requirements in ‘Keeping children safe in education’, September 2020.  Leaders have not ensured that standards in this part are likely to be met. Part 4. Suitability of staff, supply staff, and proprietors Paragraphs 18(2)(c)(i), 18(2)(c)(ii), 18(2)(c)(iv), 18(2)(d), 20(6), 20(6)(a), 20(6)(a)(i), 20(6)(a)(ii), 20(6)(b), 20(6)(b)(i), 20(6)(b)(ii), 20(6)(b)(iii) and 20(6)(c)  Leaders have carried out some of the required checks for the safer recruitment of staff. For example, for each staff member recruited so far, a disclosure and barring service (DBS) check has been carried out.  Checks on staff’s medical history have also been carried out. Staff’s names and addresses are also known to leaders.  Leaders have ensured the standards above are met. Paragraphs 18(2), 18(2)(a), 18(2)(b), 18(2)(c), 18(2)(c)(iii), 18(2)(e), 18(3), 21(1), 21(2), 21(3), 21(3)(a), 21(3)(a)(i), 21(3)(a)(ii), 21(3)(a)(iii), 21(3)(a)(iv), 21(3)(a)(v),

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21(3)(a)(vi), 21(3)(a)(vii), 21(3)(a)(viii), 21(4), 21(6), 21(7), 21(7)(a) and 21(7)(b)  At the time of the inspection, no checks had been carried out on leaders to ascertain whether they were prohibited from leading and managing a school.  The proprietor body had not put in place a single central register as required by current legislation.  Leaders and proprietors have not ensured that standards in this part are likely to be met.

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Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools Paragraphs 23(1), 23(1)(a), 23(1)(b), 23(1)(c), 26, 27, 27(a), 27(b), 28(1)(b), 29(1), 29(1)(a) and 29(1)(b)  The proposed school building has been finished to a good standard. It is located on the site of an old psychiatric hospital which has been converted into community buildings.  The building has much potential and the outside space will enable pupils to access a forest school site, as well as a gym and community café.  Leaders have ensured that there are sufficient toilets for the proposed number of pupils. School leaders have also ensured that the toilets are single-stall units.  A large hall area is to be used for teaching technology, and a suitable kitchen is to be used for teaching food technology. There are a number of small rooms which school leaders intend to use for one-to-one and small-group teaching. The building also has space for a therapy suite.

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 New lights have been fitted throughout, including emergency lighting both inside and outside the building. The acoustics within the building meet requirements.  Leaders have ensured the above standards are likely to be met. Paragraphs 24(1), 24(1)(a), 24(1)(b), 24(2), 25, 28(1), 28(1)(a), 28(1)(c), 28(1)(d), 28(2), 28(2)(a) and 28(2)(b)  School leaders had not made provision for a medical room in order to meet the needs of sick or injured pupils.  A room had been designated as a medical room. It was located opposite to a toilet. However, there is no sink within the room, which is a requirement of the independent school standards.  At the time of the inspection, the outside of the building had a thick layer of moss on most of the pathways. This was very slippery and was a hazard for prospective pupils or staff to walk on.  The school plans to use drinking fountains to provide cold water for pupils to drink. At

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the time of the visit, the water fountain bases had not arrived so it was not possible to see them in situ.  Leaders and proprietors have not ensured that standards in this part are likely to be met.

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Part 6. Provision of information Paragraph 32(1)(f), 32(1)(g), 32(1)(h), 32(1)(i), 32(2)(d), 32(4), 32(4)(a), 32(4)(b) and 32(4)(c)  School leaders are aware of the necessity to share information with parents about their child’s progress and attainment.  The school leadership team are aware of the need to share information with local authorities, particularly information relating to pupils’ annual reviews. Paragraph 32(1), 32(1)(a), 32(1)(b), 32(1)(c), 32(1)(j), 32(2), 32(2)(a), 32(2)(b), 32(2)(b)(i), 32(2)(b)(ii), 32(3), 32(3)(a), 32(3)(b), 32(3)(c), 32(3)(d), 32(3)(e), 32(3)(f) and 32(3)(g)  At the time of the inspection, school leaders had not finished the school’s website. A date for completion was not available.  Leaders also had no system in place to communicate with parents. For example, there was not a school prospectus which would enable information to be transferred to parents when their children join the school.

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 Leaders recognise this needs to be rectified and a system must be designed to enable parents to access the required information.  Leaders and proprietors have not ensured that standards in this part are likely to be met.

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Part 7. Manner in which complaints are handled Paragraph 33(a), 33(b), 33(d), 33(e), 33(f), 33(g), 33(h), 33(i), 33(i)(i), 33(j) and 33(j)(i)  The school has a complaints policy which is in writing. It is expected that it will be available to parents when the new website is complete, although no date had been set for completion of the new website at the time of the inspection.  The policy outlines that a panel will be convened if the parent is not happy with the outcome of the informal stage of the complaints procedure. Paragraph 33, 33(c), 33(i)(ii), 33(j)(ii) and 33(k)  The policy does not outline the expected timescale for hearing a complaint.  The policy does not explain the procedures for storage of a complaint after the final outcome.  The policy does not outline the need for the outcome and actions that the school intends to take to be recorded and stored appropriately.  There is also no mention in the policy of the need for correspondence, statements and

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records relating to individual complaints to be kept confidential, except where the Secretary of State or a body conducting an inspection under section 109 of the Education and Skills Act 2008 requests access to them.  Leaders and proprietors have not ensured that standards in this part are likely to be met.

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Part 8. Quality of leadership in and management of schools Paragraph 34(1), 34(1)(a), 34(1)(b) and 34(1)(c)  At the time of the inspection, leaders and managers were not familiar with the independent school standards. Many of the unmet standards were due in part to the proprietors’ incorrect interpretation of the requirements needed to meet the standards.  The proprietors run a successful alternative provision which is held in high esteem by the local authority. However, they now recognise the difference between the requirements of an alternative provision and a school.  For example, although every member of staff has an enhanced DBS check carried out, leaders were unaware that a further array of safer recruitment checks are also necessary. Further to this, leaders were also not clear at the start of the inspection that checks need recording in a single central register.  As a result of this lack of knowledge, leaders and proprietors have not ensured that

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many of the independent school standards are met.

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Schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010  The school has in place an accessibility plan which demonstrates clearly how leaders intend to increase the access for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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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

School status Independent special school

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Proprietor More Than Education Independent School Ltd

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Annual fees (day pupils) £50,000 per annum

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Email address karen.holmes@morethaned.co.uk

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Date of previous standard inspection Not previously inspected

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recommendation

Age range of pupils Not applicable 7 to 16 7 to 16 Number of pupils on the school roll Not applicable 55 25

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recommendation

Reason for inspector’s recommendations  The school building does not have sufficient capacity in its current layout to successfully meet the needs of 55 pupils. The proprietor agrees with this evaluation and has explained that 55 pupils would be the maximum number of pupils for the school overall, not just for this building.

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Gender of pupils Not applicable Mixed Number of full-time pupils of compulsory school age Not applicable 55

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of part-time pupils Not applicable 0

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Number of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities Not applicable 55

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Of which, number of pupils an education, health and care plan Not applicable 55

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Of which, number of pupils paid for by a local authority with an education, health and care plan Not applicable 55

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of full-time equivalent teaching staff 1 5

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of part-time teaching staff Not applicable 0

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of staff in the welfare provision Not applicable 0

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Information about this proposed school

 The proposed school is situated in the town of Balby near Doncaster.  The proposed school plans to meet the needs of pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs and other associated special educational needs and/or disabilities.  The proposed school does not have a religious denomination.  The proposed school does not intend to use alternative education provision.  The proposed school is planning to launch a website after its successful registration.

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Information about this inspection

 The pre-registration inspection was commissioned by the Department for Education.  The inspection was the first pre-registration inspection of the proposed school.  The school was not operating at the time of the inspection.  The inspection team analysed documents provided by the proprietor prior to the inspection and others on site.  The inspection team met with the headteacher and the proprietor and discussed the proposed arrangements for safeguarding pupils and the proposed curriculum.  The inspection team also carried out an inspection of the premises and outdoor provision, as well as analysing the effectiveness of proposed health and safety documentation.

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Inspection team

Marian Thomas, lead inspector Ofsted Inspector

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Part 1. Quality of education provided

 2(1) The standard in this paragraph is met if- – 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.

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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.  12 The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005[12].  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].

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Part 4. Suitability of staff, supply staff, and proprietors

 18.2 the standard in this paragraph is met if- – 18(2)(a) no such person is barred from regulated activity relating to children in accordance with section 3(2) of the 2006 Act where that person is or will be engaging in activity which is regulated activity within the meaning of Part 1 of Schedule 4 to that Act; – 18(2)(b) no such person carries out work, or intends to carry out work, at the school in contravention of a prohibition order, an interim prohibition order, or 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 either such direction; – 18(2)(c) the proprietor carries out appropriate checks to confirm in respect of each such person- – 18(2)(c)(iii) the person’s right to work in the United Kingdom; and – 18(2)(e) in the case of any person for whom, by reason of that person living or

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having lived outside the United Kingdom, obtaining such a certificate is not sufficient to establish the person’s suitability to work in a school, such further checks are made as the proprietor considers appropriate, having regard to any guidance issued by the Secretary of State.  18(3) The checks referred to in sub-paragraphs (2)(c) and (except where sub- paragraph (4) applies) (2)(e) must be completed before a person’s appointment.  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

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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 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

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establish whether S is subject to a prohibition order or an interim prohibition order, including the date on which such check was completed.  21(4) The information referred to in this sub-paragraph is, in relation to each member of staff in post on 1st August 2007 who was appointed at any time before 1st May 2007, whether each check referred to in sub-paragraph (3) was made and whether an enhanced criminal record certificate was obtained, together with the date on which any check was completed or certificate obtained.  21(6) The information referred to in this sub-paragraph is, in relation each member ("MB") of a body of persons named as the proprietor appointed on or after 1st May 2007, whether the checks referred to in paragraph 20(6)(b) were made, the date they were made and the date on which the resulting certificate was obtained.  21(7) The information referred to in this sub-paragraph is, in relation to each member

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of a body of persons named as the proprietor in post on 1st August 2007 who was appointed at any time before 1st May 2007- – 21(7)(a) whether each check referred to in sub-paragraph (6) was made; and – 21(7)(b) whether an enhanced criminal record certificate was obtained, together with the date on which any check was completed or certificate obtained.

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Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools

 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.  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).  25 The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that the school premises and the accommodation and facilities provided therein are maintained to a standard such that, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare of pupils are ensured.

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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)(a) suitable drinking water facilities are provided; – 28(1)(c) cold water supplies that are suitable for drinking are clearly marked as such; and – 28(1)(d) the temperature of hot water at the point of use does not pose a scalding risk to users.  28(2) The facilities provided under sub-paragraph (1)(a) will be suitable only if- – 28(2)(a) they are readily accessible at all times when the premises are in use; and – 28(2)(b) they are in a separate area from the toilet facilities.

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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)(a) the information specified in sub-paragraph (2) is provided to parents of pupils and parents of prospective pupils and, on request, to the Chief Inspector[14], the Secretary of State or an independent inspectorate[15]; – 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(1)(j) particulars of any action specified in sub-paragraph (4) are published and maintained on the school’s website or, where no such website exists, are provided to

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parents.  32(2) The information specified in this sub-paragraph is- – 32(2)(a) the school’s address and telephone number and the name of the head teacher; – 32(2)(b) either- – 32(2)(b)(ii) where the proprietor is a body of persons, the address and telephone number of its registered or principal office.  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)(b) particulars of educational and welfare provision for pupils with EHC plans and pupils for whom English is an additional language; – 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; – 32(3)(e) particulars of the school’s academic performance during the preceding school year, including the results of any public examinations;

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– 32(3)(f) details of the complaints procedure referred to in paragraph 33, and the number of complaints registered under the formal procedure during the preceding school year; and – 32(3)(g) a copy of the report of any inspection carried out under sections 108 or 109 of the 2008 Act or section 87(1) of the 1989 Act.

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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(i)(ii) available for inspection on the school premises by the proprietor and the headteacher; – 33(j)(ii) action taken by the school as a result of those complaints (regardless of whether they are upheld). – 33(k) provides that correspondence, statements and records relating to individual 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. guidance ‘Raising concerns and making a complaint about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/publications/complaints-about-ofsted . If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

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