All's Well

School pre-registration inspection report

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All’s Well 18 High Street, Fareham PO16 7AF

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Part 1. Quality of education provided Paragraphs 2(1) to 2(2)(b), 2(2)(d) to 2(2)(e)(iii), 2(2)(h) to 2A(1), 2A(1)(b), 2A(1)(d) to 2A(2), 3 to 4.  Leaders have a clear vision for the education they intend to provide at All’s Well School. The curriculum is intended to prepare pupils to become positive learners and effective contributors to society.  The planned curriculum is suitably broad and includes artistic, sporting, creative and technical opportunities, such as food technology, music and creative arts activities. It is intended that pupils will work towards achieving nationally accredited qualifications by the end of Year 11, including functional skills Level 1 and Level 2 and GCSEs.  Leaders have considered how pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) will be supported with their learning. For example, the curriculum will be adapted according to the individual needs of pupils and support staff will be

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employed.  It is anticipated that all pupils attending the proposed school will have an education, health and care (EHC) plan. The school’s curriculum takes account of pupils’ individual starting points and interests. Many pupils will have struggled in their previous mainstream schools or specialist provisions due to anxiety and problems with self-esteem and confidence. Because of this, it is intended that the curriculum will be personalised to meet pupils’ academic and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.  The curriculum policy also pays due regard to the promotion of pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural (SMSC) development. The personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) programme includes extensive coverage of the fundamental British values. Other aspects of the PSHE curriculum, such as relationships and sex education (RSE) will also be delivered through timetabled lessons. Leaders plan to consult with parents

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and carers by sharing the RSE policy when the school opens. The policy provides clear guidance to parents about how to withdraw their children from sex education should they wish to.  Leaders intend to recruit qualified teaching and support staff. They plan to provide extensive training to staff as part of the induction programme. This is likely to ensure that pupils benefit from a high-quality education.  Leaders have appropriate arrangements in place for checking how well pupils are learning. These are centred around pupils’ EHC plan targets and track both academic and social and emotional progress. Leaders know that the initial period of integrating pupils into school, which will include assessing pupils’ prior learning across the curriculum, is key to pupils’ future success. This will include a transition period where staff will work closely with new pupils to establish positive relationships and address

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any barriers to learning.  Assessment information will be shared routinely and regularly with parents and carers both informally as well as more formally through written reports and ongoing parent consultations.  The school is committed to arranging suitable work experience or work-related learning for pupils. Adequate plans are in place to ensure that impartial and regular careers advice is offered to pupils to support them to make appropriate choices about their future.  The independent school standards (the standards) in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is granted permission to open. Part 2. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils Paragraph 5 to 5(d)(iii)  Leaders and staff will promote pupils’ SMSC development effectively through the taught curriculum and through establishing a strong ethos of care and respect between staff and pupils.  The PSHE curriculum includes suitable coverage of fundamental British values, the

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diversity of modern society and being a positive citizen. Pupils will be taught about and encouraged to live healthy lives and to respect differences, including in relation to all the protected characteristics. The planned programme of events, including celebrating diversity, is likely to ensure that pupils are taught about a range of religions, faiths and cultures.  The proposed school will provide pupils with opportunities to broaden their horizons through a programme of trips and wider opportunities. The exact activities will be developed based on pupils’ talents and interests but are likely to include a variety of physical activities that also provide opportunities for social interaction.  Leaders understand that pupils attending the school may be vulnerable to negative suggestion and influence and will ensure that pupils are not exposed to partisan political or religious views.  The standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is granted

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permission to open. Part 3. Welfare, health and safety of pupils Paragraphs 7 to 7(b), 9 to 16(b), 34(1)(c)  The proposed school’s written safeguarding policy reflects the latest statutory guidance. It is published on the school’s website and is available on request. The proprietor has appointed a designated safeguarding lead (DSL) who is suitably knowledgeable about what this role involves and has undertaken relevant training.  Other than the headteacher and a deputy headteacher, no other teaching staff have been appointed yet. The headteacher who is also the DSL understands the requirements to ensure that staff are fully trained and provided with the appropriate policies, systems and resources to keep pupils safe. This includes ongoing training for staff to ensure that they understand the potential risks to pupils and what to do if a concern arises. The DSL intends to complete routine checks on staff’s safeguarding

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knowledge once the school is open.  The school’s behaviour and anti-bullying policies have been tailored to suit the needs of pupils at the school. They take into account current guidance. Staff will be suitably trained to understand the varying needs of pupils, many of whom will have complex SEMH needs linked to anxiety and poor self-esteem.  The school intends to ensure that staff are trained and alert to the potential safeguarding risks to pupils, including around online safety. Appropriate plans are in place to identify and help pupils who may be at risk of harm. Arrangements for record-keeping are suitable. These help leaders to promptly identify where they may need to act to keep a pupil safe. This is likely to contribute effectively to the implementation of the school’s policy.  The school’s policies for health and safety and risk assessments are suitable. They comply with relevant statutory requirements and provide a secure framework for staff

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and pupils. The proprietor has carried out appropriate risk assessments for the premises and for any off-site activities.  Leaders have put in place an appropriate first-aid policy. It intends to ensure that all staff are first-aid trained. First-aid equipment is strategically situated and readily accessible.  The proprietor has undertaken appropriate work to ensure that the premises is compliant with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. For example, it has made the necessary improvements to ensure that the building now complies with recommendations from an external fire safety report conducted in January 2024. The proprietor body has ensured that all fire detection, alarm systems and emergency lighting have been externally certified. Leaders identified a safe and suitable fire assembly point during the inspection.  The proprietor has made suitable arrangements to make sure that a high pupil-to-staff

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ratio is in place. It intends to ensure that pupils are appropriately supervised in the setting and during off-site activities.  Leaders demonstrate a good understanding their duty to complete records of pupils’ admissions and attendance, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the independent school standards. They understand the importance of maintaining these records carefully if pupils join or leave the school.  The standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is granted permission to open. Part 4. Suitability of staff, supply staff, and proprietors Paragraphs 18(2) to 18(2)(e), 18(3), 19(1) to 19(2)(d)(ii), 19(3), 21(1) to 21(3)(b), 21(5) to 21(5)(a)(ii), 21(5)(c), 20(6) to 20(6)(c)  The single central record is maintained electronically. The headteacher demonstrates sound understanding of the different types of checks required about the suitability of staff prior to appointment. The required checks have been carried out on members of

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the proprietor body and leaders.  Leaders do not intend to use agency staff. However, they are aware of the checks that they need to carry out should they need to do so.  The school is likely to meet this part of the independent school standards if the school is permitted to open. Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools Paragraphs 23(1) to 23(1)(c), 24(1) to 24(1)(b), 24(2), 25 to 29(1)(b)  The proposed school is located on a busy road on Fareham High Street. The school will be based on the three floors of a listed building and is accessed via the main road. There is a common room and a small breakout space on the ground floor. The facilities include four well-furnished main classrooms, specialist art, food technology and music rooms and additional breakout areas on each floor. Leaders have ensured that this accommodation is of a sound standard. Acoustic and indoor lighting conditions are suitable for the nature of the activities that will take place.

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 However, during the pre-registration inspection, the inspector identified that the facilities, such as arrangements for play and breaktime, were not large enough to accommodate up to 45 pupils aged 11 to 25 years as originally requested. Therefore, leaders accepted the recommendation to admit up to 20 pupils aged 11 to 16 years.  The outdoor area for pupils to socialise and take their breaks is small but acceptable for up to 20 pupils aged 11 to 16 years. Physical education and other activities will be provided off site at leisure or sports amenities in the local area. Pupils will have access to shower and changing facilities in school and at the sports facilities.  The lighting, heating and acoustics are all suitable for the pupils likely to be at the school. Outside, there is sufficient lighting around the buildings to ensure safe passage in the dark. Although positioned on a busy main road, there are suitable

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arrangements in place for pupils to arrive and depart from the proposed school safely. For example, leaders intend to make sure that the start and end of day routines are staggered to reduce any traffic on the road outside.  There are adequate toilets and washing facilities for staff and pupils. The temperature of hot water is regulated appropriately. Drinking water is available and labelled as such.  There is a dedicated medical room for the examination and treatment of pupils and the short-term care of those who are sick or injured. There is access to water and toilet facilities nearby.  The proposed staffing structure and suggested organisation of the day mean that pupils are likely to be properly supervised.  The school is likely to meet this part of the independent school standards if the school is permitted to open. Part 6. Provision of information Paragraphs 32(1) to 32(1)(g), 32(1)(j) to 32(2)(b)(i), 32(2)(dc) to 32(3)(d), 32(3)(f) to

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32(4)(c)  The proposed school’s website provides a range of information. This includes relevant contact details and the main aims and ethos of the organisation. All required documentation and policies required under part 6 of the independent school standards were also provided by leaders, either electronically or during the on-site visit.  The school has clear systems in place to monitor the progress of pupils with SEND and to support the annual reviews of pupils with an EHC plan. Leaders plan to work closely with parents, the relevant local authority, as well as the school staff, to ensure that the information in these reports is as accurate and as helpful as possible.  Leaders understand the requirement to publish any future inspection reports to parents.  Parents will be able to request paper copies of policies and documents if needed.  The school is likely to meet this part of the independent school standards if the school

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is permitted to open. Part 7. Manner in which complaints are handled Paragraph 33 to 33(k)  The proposed school’s complaints policy and procedures are fit for purpose. They set out clear timescales for the management of any complaint and who will consider them.  The complaints policy allows for complaints to be resolved informally wherever possible. When necessary, procedures for escalating complaints to more formal processes are clearly laid out.  The school is likely to meet this part of the independent school standards if the school is permitted to open. Part 8. Quality of leadership in and management of schools Paragraph 34(1) to 34(1)(c)  The proprietor has a background in setting up and managing children’s residential care homes and operating an unregistered alternative provision. Leaders demonstrate sufficiently secure knowledge and understanding of the standards and associated requirements.  The proprietor body’s ambition to establish a motivating and engaging special school

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for pupils with SEMH is evident. Work completed to date, including the refurbishment of the building and the development of policies, has all been to exacting standards.  The leadership team has relevant experience, in terms of teaching, leadership and governance. Both the headteacher and the deputy headteacher who were in post at the time of inspection are experienced in teaching pupils with SEND needs.  The standards in this part are likely to be met if the school is granted permission to open. Schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010  Leaders have written an accessibility policy and action plan. The accessibility policy fully reflects how the proposed school will fulfil its statutory responsibilities under schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010.

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Compliance with regulatory requirements

The school is likely to meet the requirements of the schedule to the Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014 (‘the independent school standards’) and associated requirements.

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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

Type of school Other Independent Special School

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School status Independent special school

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Proprietor Sportfit Support Services Limited

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Email address leadership@sportfitsupport.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 11 to 25 11 to 16 Number of pupils on the school roll Not applicable 45 20

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recommendation

Reason for inspector’s recommendations  There is insufficient suitable outdoor space to accommodate the number and age range of pupils proposed by the proprietor given the nature of the premises.

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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 20

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Number of part-time pupils Not applicable 0

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Number of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities Not applicable 20

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Of which, number of pupils with an education, health and care plan Not applicable 20

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Of which, number of pupils paid for by a local authority with an education, health and care plan Not applicable 20

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Number of full-time equivalent teaching staff Not applicable 9

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of part-time teaching staff Not applicable 0

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Number of staff in the welfare provision Not applicable 16

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Information about this proposed school

 The school is located on a busy main road in Fareham. It intends to cater for up to 20 pupils between the ages of 11 and 16 years. Pupils will have SEMH needs and specific learning difficulties. All pupils will have an EHC plan.  Most pupils are likely to have been away from formal education for a sustained period and have significant anxiety.  Places will primarily be commissioned by Hampshire local authority.  The proposed school will not have any particular religious character.  It is not intended that the school will use alternative provision.

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Information about this inspection

 This was the proposed school’s first pre-registration inspection. The purpose of this inspection was to check whether the school is likely to meet the Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014. Schools must comply with the independent school standards to be registered.  Prior to the site visit, the lead inspector reviewed a number of documents provided to the Department for Education as part of the school’s application for registration.  The inspector toured the school’s premises with the headteacher. She also met with the deputy headteacher. The lead inspector held discussions with the managing director and the head of people strategy. She reviewed a wide range of documentation, including the single central record, policies and curriculum and assessment information.

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