Educla Ltd

School pre-registration inspection report

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Educla Ltd Westmoor, Rockcliffe, Carlisle CA6 4BH

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Part 1. Quality of education provided Paragraph 2(1), 2(1)(a), 2(1)(b), 2(1)(b)(i)–(ii), 2(2), 2(2)(a)–(c), 2(2)(d)(i)–(ii), 2(2)(e)(i)–2(2)(e)(iii), 2(2)(h), 2(2)(i)  The proprietor has prepared a curriculum policy that embodies a set of aims for the curriculum. However, the proprietor has not provided a sufficiently broad range of subjects for pupils to learn. The policy sets out the expectation that leaders are responsible for ensuring that this curriculum is implemented as intended. Nonetheless, the policy does not make clear how leaders will do this.  Leaders have developed plans and schemes of work for a few subjects. They have set out the key knowledge that pupils will learn and the order in which this will be taught. However, these plans and schemes of work lack the ambition needed to ensure that pupils will achieve their full potential. These do not take account the ages, aptitudes and needs of pupils, including those pupils with an education, health and care (EHC)

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plan.  Pupils in key stage 4 will have access to academic and vocational qualifications. For example, pupils will be able to sit examinations in mathematics, science and English. However, leaders have not devised a curriculum that will prepare pupils effectively for these examinations.  Leaders intend that pupils will be provided with personal, social and health education (PSHE). It is intended that pupils will learn about all of the protected characteristics as set out in the Equality Act 2010. However, leaders have not decided the content of the PSHE curriculum.  Leaders do not have well-developed plans for providing pupils from Year 8 with impartial, accurate, up-to-date careers guidance about a broad range of career options. This is likely to limit pupils’ understanding of the opportunities available to them beyond school. Paragraph 2A(1), 2A(1)(b), 2A(1)(d)–2A(3)  There is a policy statement setting out the school’s aims for relationships and sex

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education (RSE). However, this policy has not been developed in line with the current statutory guidance. This policy does not specify how the school will consult parents and carers of pupils before making any changes or revisions. Nevertheless, leaders are aware of their duty to ensure that any such policy statement is placed on the proposed school’s website. The curriculum for RSE does not include all of the required knowledge. Paragraph 3, 3(a)–3(j)  The curriculum in some subjects is at a very early stage of development. In these subjects, the curriculum contains limited information for teachers about the knowledge that pupils should be taught. This is likely to hinder pupils’ progress in these subjects.  Leaders have not considered how they will ensure that the teaching methods and activities selected to deliver the intended curriculum will be effective. Furthermore, leaders have not ensured that staff will have the necessary subject expertise and

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experience of the proposed key stages and needs of the pupils. This is likely to impact on how well the curriculum is delivered by staff.  The proprietor has ensured that sufficient stationery and writing materials are in place for the proposed school. However, at the time of the inspection, resources such as textbooks and reading materials were very limited for some subjects. This lack of resources to support learning is likely to hamper pupils’ ability to learn the curriculum effectively in these subjects when the school opens.  Leaders intend that in some subjects, teachers will carry out assessments to establish pupils’ starting points when pupils join the proposed school. However, leaders have not considered how teachers will check on pupils’ learning of the intended curriculum. This means that teachers may not identify and address any gaps or misconceptions in pupils’ knowledge before moving on to new topics.

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 There is a behaviour policy in place. However, this policy does not set out clearly how staff will effectively manage pupils’ behaviour both in lessons and around school. Paragraph 4  Leaders have set out an assessment policy. They intend to share pupils’ progress in each subject with parents. However, leaders have not established how they will provide a detailed assessment of pupils’ performance in subjects other than English and mathematics.  It is unlikely that the independent school standards (‘the standards’) in this part will be met if the proposed school opens. Part 2. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils Paragraph 5, 5(a)–5(d)(iii)  Leaders have given some consideration to pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. For example, leaders intend that pupils will learn about festivals from a range of cultures. Pupils will gain an understanding of the protected characteristics.

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They will be encouraged to share their views and to know right from wrong. However, the school has not organised this learning carefully enough. Too little consideration has been given to how pupils will build their knowledge over time.  Leaders’ policies and plans show that consideration has been given to how pupils will learn about fundamental British values, such as democracy and the rule of law. For example, pupils will be encouraged to contribute to decision-making about matters such as school uniform. However, leaders have not given enough consideration to how pupils’ understanding of these important values will develop and deepen over time. This is likely to limit pupils’ readiness for life in British society.  It is unlikely that the standard in this part will be met if the proposed school opens. Part 3. Welfare, health and safety of pupils Paragraph 7, 7(a), 7(b)  The proprietor has put in place a safeguarding policy that provides general guidance

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for staff to follow. For example, the policy explains the procedure for reporting any concerns that staff may have about the welfare of a pupil. However, the policy has not been developed in line with the current statutory guidance for safeguarding pupils, and some information is out of date.  The proprietor will be the designated safeguarding lead in the school. This is contrary to the statutory guidance. This designated safeguarding lead will be supported by other leaders who work in the school.  The proprietor intends that all new staff will receive an appropriate induction programme that will include safeguarding arrangements. Paragraphs 9, 9(a)–9(c), 10  Behaviour and anti-bullying policies are in place for the proposed school. However, these policies do not reflect the needs of the pupils that the proposed school is likely to admit. Moreover, the policies do not make clear leaders’ expectations for how staff

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will implement the policies in the proposed school.  Any incidents of poor behaviour will be recorded, with details of the sanctions applied. Leaders intend to cross-reference these records with any other concerns that they may have about a pupil. This should enable leaders to identify and respond quickly to any emerging needs. Paragraphs 11, 12  The proprietor has put in place a written health and safety policy. However, the policy is unsuitable. The policy is out of date. Added to this, it does not identify specific aspects of health and safety that relate to the proposed school. For example, the policy does not make clear which leaders and staff hold particular responsibilities relating to specific aspects of health and safety.  Leaders intend that new staff will receive health and safety training as part of their induction.  Leaders arrange regular checks of the premises to identify and rectify faults. For

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example, leaders commission a suitably qualified individual to regularly test electrical equipment.  Leaders have put a range of measures in place to comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. For example, there are fire extinguishers which are checked regularly. The building has smoke alarms and appropriate fire signage. Leaders have made arrangements to hold regular fire drills for staff and pupils. However, leaders do not keep up-to-date accurate records of checks. This limits leaders’ ability to ensure that these checks have been carried out as intended. Paragraph 13  The proprietor has drawn up a first-aid policy. There are sufficient suitably qualified staff to ensure that the policy can be implemented as intended. Paragraph 14  Leaders intend that pupils will be supervised throughout the school day, such as at breaktimes. A small number of staff have been recruited. Leaders intend to recruit

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more staff as the number of pupils at the school increases. However, the number of staff recruited at the time of this inspection is not sufficient for the number of pupils that the school proposes to admit. Paragraph 15  Leaders have appropriate systems in place to register pupils’ attendance and to allow them to monitor any pupil absences effectively. Leaders will report on attendance on a regular basis to the proprietor and to professionals working with pupils and their families. Leaders intend that reports to parents will include information about pupils’ attendance.  The school has a suitable admissions policy. Leaders have established systems to collect the information required by the Education (Pupil Registration) Regulations 2006 when each pupil is admitted. However, the proposed school has not put in place an appropriate admissions register to record this information. Paragraph 16, 16(a), 16(b)

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 Leaders have put a risk assessment policy in place. A number of risk assessments have already been completed, showing that leaders plan to take appropriate actions to minimise some risks. However, leaders have not fully assessed the risks associated with the nature of the site. For example, leaders have neglected to identify and manage the risks presented by the proximity to moving plant machinery, vehicles and members of the public at neighbouring businesses.  The standards in this part are unlikely to be met if the proposed school opens. Part 4. Suitability of staff, supply staff, and proprietors Paragraphs 17, 18(2), 18(2)(a)–18(2)(e), 18(3), 19(2), 19(2)(a)–19(2)(d)(ii), 19(3), 21(1)–21(5)(a)(ii), 21(5)(c), 21(6)  The proprietor understands the checks that need to take place prior to staff working at the school. These include an enhanced criminal record check, as well as checks on staff’s identification and their right to work in the United Kingdom.

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 The proprietor is aware of the checks that they need to carry out in order to ensure any agency staff that they employ are suitable to work with pupils.  Leaders have established a single central record. However, this record does not include all of the required information.  Leaders have completed safer recruitment training.  The standards in this part are unlikely to be met if the proposed school opens. Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools Paragraphs 23, 28  The proposed arrangements for the toilet and washing facilities are not suitable. The toilet cubicles can be locked from the inside to provide privacy. However, these toilets will be shared with pupils and students attending the alternative provision that shares the building.  There is an accessible toilet facility for use by pupils and adults. This facility will also be shared with pupils, students, staff and visitors from the alternative provision.

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 There is hot and cold running water in each sink. However, in some of these facilities, the hot water poses a scalding risk.  Pupils will have access to drinking water at all times.  Leaders have not made available suitable shower and changing facilities for pupils. Paragraph 24  A room has been set aside for the short-term care of sick and injured pupils. A first- aid box is available and the room contains a bed. There is a toilet within easy reach. However, the room is unsuitable as it does not contain washing facilities. Paragraphs 25, 26, 27–27(b), 29(1)–29(1)(b)  The accommodation in the proposed school building is of a generally good standard and is well maintained. However, there is not sufficient space for the number, needs and age range of the pupils that the proposed school will admit.  The outdoor space available to pupils is too small for recreation or for physical education. The space contains a number of hazards such as air-conditioning units and

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oil-storage containers. Moreover, there is unrestricted access to neighbouring commercial premises. This poses a risk to the safety of pupils. Leaders have not taken sufficient account of the risks posed, particularly given the needs of the pupils.  The proprietor intends that physical education sessions will be regularly timetabled in accordance with the school’s curriculum. These will take place at a local village hall. This hall was not available for inspectors to visit at the time of the inspection.  The acoustic conditions and lighting in each room are of a suitable standard, having regard to the nature of the activities that will take place.  There is suitable external lighting. This ensures that pupils, staff and visitors can enter or exit the building safely in the hours of darkness.  It is unlikely that all of the standards in this part will be met if the proposed school opens. Part 6. Provision of information

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Paragraph 32(1)–32(1)(c), 32(1)(f)–32(1)(i), 32(1)(k), 32(2), 32(2)(a), 32(2)(b)– 32(2)(b)(ii), 32(2)(c), 32(2)(d), 32(3)–32(3)(g)  The proprietor has set up a school website to contain the required information. The proprietor is fully aware of the information that should be published on the website once the proposed school opens.  All documents will be made available for parents on request from the school and on the school’s website once the proposed school opens.  Leaders intend to provide parents with termly and annual reports on their children’s progress and attainment, behaviour and attendance. However, leaders have not determined the format and content of these reports. Leaders are aware that following any inspection, copies of the report must be provided to parents and published on the school’s website.  The standard in this part is unlikely to be met if the proposed school opens. Part 7. Manner in which complaints are handled

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Paragraph 33–33(k)  The proprietor has prepared a complaints policy. It is intended that the policy will be published on the proposed school’s website. However, the policy is not suitable. There is no information about the circumstances in which a complaint can be referred to a panel, or how such a panel would be formed. There is insufficient detail in the policy about the proposed timescales for responding to and resolving complaints.  The standard in this part is unlikely to be met if the proposed school opens. Part 8. Quality of leadership in and management of schools Paragraph 34(1)–34(1)(c)  The proprietor and leaders lack the skills and knowledge needed to ensure that all of the standards are likely to be consistently met. For example, leaders have not developed a suitably ambitious curriculum across a broad range of subjects.  Leaders have not provided suitable premises and accommodation for the proposed

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school. For example, they have given insufficient consideration to the provision for outdoor play.  Leaders have not made the arrangements needed to ensure pupils’ welfare, health and safety. Furthermore, a number of the relevant school policies are out of date, not specific to this school or do not adhere to statutory guidance.  The standard in this part is not likely to be met if the proposed school opens. Schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010  The proprietor has not ensured that there is a suitable accessibility plan that meets the requirements of 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 jharrisonsmith@educla.co.uk

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Provider already operating

Number of pupils of compulsory school age 9 Number of pupils of compulsory school age who have an education, health and care plan, or who are looked after by a local authority Total hours operating as a school per week 27.5

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Provider already operating

Total hours of teaching provided per week 15

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recommendation

Age range of pupils 11 to 19 11 to 16 11 to 16 Number of pupils on the school roll 7 40 10

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recommendation

Reason for inspector’s recommendations  There is not sufficient suitable accommodation for 40 pupils. The proposed classrooms, toilet facilities and outdoor space would not be appropriate for more than 10 pupils, given the proposed age range and needs of these 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 None 40

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities None Up to 40

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Of which, number of pupils with an education, health and care plan None Up to 40

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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 None Up to 40

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of full-time equivalent teaching staff 2 3

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of part-time teaching staff None None

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of staff in the welfare provision Not known Not known

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Information about this proposed school

 The proposed school is located in premises at Westmoor, Rockcliffe, Carlisle CA6 4BH. The proposed school is located on an industrial estate. The premises are adjacent to a plant-hire company.  The proposed school will be located in the same building as an unregistered alternative provision for pupils aged 11 to 19. This provision is operated by the proprietor. The pupils who attend this alternative provision do so on a part-time basis and are dual registered with a mainstream school.  It is proposed that the school will provide full-time education for up to 40 pupils, aged between 11 and 16 years. It is intended that the proposed school will cater mainly for pupils who have been excluded from or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream schools. Some pupils who will attend this proposed school may have social, emotional and mental health needs or autism. A few are likely to have an EHC plan.  The proprietor body is Educla Ltd. There is only one member of the proprietor body.

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Information about this proposed school

This member is the chair of the proprietor body and also the headteacher.  The welfare staff employed by the school work across a number of different alternative provisions operated by the proprietor. There are no welfare staff specifically employed for the proposed school. The proprietor is unclear how many welfare staff will work at the proposed school.  The proprietor intends that pupils will be placed at the school by local authorities and mainstream schools.  Leaders do not intend to make use of any alternative provision.

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Information about this inspection

 This inspection was commissioned by the Department for Education (DfE) to determine if the school is likely to meet the standards if the DfE decides to approve the request to register this school.  This is the school’s first pre-registration inspection.  The proposed school is currently operating. There are three pupils on the admissions register. The first pupil was admitted in 2016. Inspectors did not visit lessons during the inspection. There is one pupil with an EHC plan.  The inspectors held discussions with the chair of the proprietor body, who is also the headteacher, and with the deputy headteacher.  The inspectors completed a tour of the school to check the suitability of the proposed premises against the relevant standards. The inspectors also looked at a wide range of documents and policies, including those relating to the curriculum, behaviour, and health and safety.

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Inspection team

Mavis Smith, lead inspector His 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.  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 social, physical and aesthetic and creative education; – 2(2)(d) personal, social, health and economic education which- – 2(2)(d)(i) reflects the school’s aim and ethos; and

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Part 1. Quality of education provided

– 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.  2A(1) The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor- – 2A(1)(b) ensures that every registered pupil who is provided with secondary education at the school is provided with relationships and sex education, except in so far as the pupil is excused as mentioned in sub-paragraph (2),

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– 2A(1)(d) in making arrangements for the purposes of paragraphs (a), (b) or (c), has regard to any guidance under section 80A of the Education Act 2002 that applies in relation to the provision of education by maintained schools, – 2A(1)(e) makes and keeps up to date a separate written statement of its policy with regard to the provision of education as required by each of paragraphs (a) and (b), – 2A(1)(f) consults parents of registered pupils at the school before making or revising a statement under sub-paragraph (e), and – 2A(1)(g) publishes a copy of the statement on a website and provides a copy of the statement free of charge to anyone who asks for one.  2A(2) Arrangements made by the proprietor for the purposes of sub-paragraph (1)(b) must ensure that where a pupil’s parent requests that the pupil is wholly or partly excused from sex education provided as part of relationships and sex education, the

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Part 1. Quality of education provided

pupil is so excused until the request is withdrawn, unless or to the extent that the head teacher considers that the pupil should not be so excused.  3 The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that the teaching at the school- – 3(a) enables pupils to acquire new knowledge and make good progress according to 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

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Part 1. Quality of education provided

taught; – 3(f) utilises effectively classroom resources of a good quality, quantity and range; – 3(g) demonstrates that a framework is in place to assess pupils’ work regularly and thoroughly and use information from that assessment to plan teaching so that pupils can progress; – 3(h) utilises effective strategies for managing behaviour and encouraging pupils to act responsibly  4 The standard in this paragraph is met where the proprietor ensures that a framework for pupil performance to be evaluated, by reference to the school’s own aims as provided to parents or national norms, or to both, is in place.

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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)(i) enable pupils to develop their self-knowledge, self-esteem and self-confidence; – 5(b)(ii) enable pupils to distinguish right from wrong and to respect the civil and criminal law of England; – 5(b)(iii) encourage pupils to accept responsibility for their behaviour, show initiative and understand how they can contribute positively to the lives of those living and working in the locality in which the school is situated and to society more widely; – 5(b)(iv) enable pupils to acquire a broad general knowledge of and respect for public

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Part 2. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils

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 democratic process, including respect for the basis on which the law is made and applied in England; – 5(c) precludes the promotion of partisan political views in the teaching of any subject in the school; and – 5(d) takes such steps as are reasonably practicable to ensure that where political issues are brought to the attention of pupils- – 5(d)(i) while they are in attendance at the school, – 5(d)(ii) while they are taking part in extra-curricular activities which are provided or organised by or on behalf of the school, or

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Part 2. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils

– 5(d)(iii) in the promotion at the school, including through the distribution of promotional material, of extra-curricular activities taking place at the school or elsewhere.

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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.  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 and safety laws are complied with by the drawing up and effective implementation of a

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Part 3. Welfare, health and safety of pupils

written health and safety policy.  12 The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005[12].  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.  14 The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that pupils are properly supervised through the appropriate deployment of school staff.  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

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Part 3. Welfare, health and safety of pupils

– 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(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)(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)(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(5) The information referred to in this sub-paragraph is, in relation to supply staff- – 21(5)(a) whether written notification has been received from the employment business that- – 21(5)(a)(i) checks corresponding to those referred to in sub-paragraph (3)(a)(i) to (iv), (vi) and (vii) have been made to the extent relevant to any such person; and – 21(5)(a)(ii) an enhanced criminal record check has been made and that it or another employment business has obtained an enhanced criminal record certificate in response to such a check, – 21(5)(c) where written notification has been received from the employment business in accordance with a contract or other arrangements referred to in paragraph 19(2)(d) that it has obtained an enhanced criminal record certificate, whether the employment

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

business supplied a copy of the certificate to the school.

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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)(a) suitable toilet and washing facilities are provided for the sole use of pupils; – 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)(b) accommodation for the short term care of sick and injured pupils, which includes a washing facility and is near to a toilet facility.  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

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Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools

pupils are ensured.  28(1) The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that- – 28(1)(d) the temperature of hot water at the point of use does not pose a scalding risk to users.  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)(f) an annual written report of each registered pupil’s progress and attainment in the main subject areas taught is provided to the parents of that registered pupil except that no report need be provided where the parent has agreed otherwise; – 32(1)(g) any information reasonably requested in connection with an inspection under section 109 of the 2008 Act which is required for the purposes of the inspection is provided to the body conducting the inspection and that body is given access to the school’s admission and attendance registers; – 32(1)(h) where a pupil wholly or partly funded by a local authority (except where funding is solely for free of charge early years provision in accordance with the duty contained in section 7 of the Childcare Act 2006[16]) is registered at the school, an

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Part 6. Provision of information

annual account of income received and expenditure incurred by the school in respect of that pupil is provided to the local authority and, on request, to the Secretary of State; – 32(1)(i) where a pupil with an EHC plan wholly or partly funded by a local authority or other body through public funds is registered at the school, such information as may reasonably be required for the purpose of the annual review of the EHC plan is provided to the responsible local authority.

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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(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; – 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

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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 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

 Are arrangements made to fulfil duties under schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010?

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– Leaders are in the process of developing an accessibility plan but this is not complete. Consequently, leaders have not identified any objectives to increase the extent to which disabled pupils can participate in the school’s curriculum. 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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Parent View You can use Parent View to give Ofsted your opinion on your child’s school. Ofsted will use the information parents and carers provide when deciding which schools to inspect and when and as part of the inspection.

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You can also use Parent View to find out what other parents and carers think about schools in England. You can visit www.parentview.ofsted.gov.uk , or look for the link on the main Ofsted website: www.gov.uk/ofsted .

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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 and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for children looked after, safeguarding and child protection.

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