Lady Nafisa School

School material change inspection report

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Lady Nafisa School Inglenook, Sipson Lane, West Drayton UB7 0JG

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Main inspection findings

Part 3. Welfare, health and safety of pupils Paragraphs 7 to 7(b) and 32(1)(c)  The school’s safeguarding policy is suitable and aligns with the latest safeguarding guidelines. It is also available on the school’s website.  Staff are knowledgeable about how to recognise and report any concerns regarding pupils’ welfare. The school offers regular safeguarding training and briefings to ensure that everyone understands their role in keeping pupils safe.  The school’s system for reporting and recording concerns about pupils’ welfare is applied consistently. Those responsible for safeguarding handle referrals efficiently, including those that are escalated to the relevant local authorities.  The school’s curriculum, especially in personal, social, health, and economic (PSHE) education, is adapted to meet pupils’ needs. It prioritises personal safety and well- being, ensuring that pupils, in an age-appropriate manner, learn how to stay safe in

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various situations. The programme is designed specifically to help pupils understand how to maintain safety in friendships and relationships.  The school maintains thorough and clear records for each pupil’s behaviour, safety, and welfare, offering a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of any concerns and the actions taken. The school collaborates closely with various professionals, including therapists and social workers. Communications with external agencies, including ‘team around the child’ meetings, are documented clearly and with the necessary detail. Paragraphs 11, 12, 14 and 16 to 16(b)  The school’s health and safety procedures are carried out in accordance with its policy. Site staff ensure that all necessary checks are completed correctly and on schedule. Leaders and proprietor representatives regularly supervise these checks.  The premises are well maintained, clean, and fully equipped. The school ensures that

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fire safety equipment is checked regularly, fire alarms are tested, and evacuation procedures are effective. The school’s most recent external fire safety audit reviewed all areas of the premises.  The school conducts thorough assessments of risks and applies appropriate mitigations, ensuring pupils’ health and safety on and off site.  The school’s first aid policy meets all requirements. Records of accidents, medication administration, and pupils who are unwell are maintained carefully. These are analysed for patterns and trends, with any necessary follow-up actions reported to governors and trustees.  The school has a clear approach to identifying and managing potential risks to the safety and well-being of staff, pupils, and visitors. Risk assessments are conducted for various areas of the school, including classrooms, the science lab, and playground. These now include the potential additional number of pupils.

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 The proprietor has ensured that these standards are likely to be met if the Department for Education (DfE) decides to approve implementation of the material change. Part 4. Suitability of staff, supply staff, and proprietors Paragraphs 17, 18(1), 18(2), 18(2)(a), 18(2)(b), 18(2)(c), 18(2)(c)(i), 18(2)(c)(ii), 18(2)(c)(iii), 18(2)(c)(iv), 18(2)(d), 18(2)(e), 18(2)(f), 18(3), 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), 20(6)(c), 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), 21(3)(a)(vi), 21(3)(a)(vii), 21(3)(a)(viii), 21(3)(b)  The school’s procedures for vetting the suitability of staff are thorough. In preparation for the planned increase in pupil numbers, the school does not need to appoint any additional staff.  The school ensures that all the required checks are undertaken to ensure the suitability of staff. These checks are recorded appropriately on the single central

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record.  The proprietor has ensured that these standards are likely to be met if the DfE decides to approve implementation of the material change. Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools Paragraphs 22, 23(1), 23(1)(a), 23(1)(c), 24(1), 24(1)(a), 24(1)(b), 24(1)(c), 24(2), 25 26, 27, 27(a), 27(b), 28(1), 28(1)(a), 28(1)(b), 28(1)(c), 28(1)(d), 28(2), 28(2)(a), 28(2)(b), 29(1), 29(1)(a), 29(1)(b)  The building and premises are maintained well. The premises are clean and safe. Lighting is appropriate, including for the use of emergency evacuation.  The school’s medical room is an appropriate space to treat sick or injured pupils. It is near to a toilet and hot and cold water facilities. There is accessible drinking water for staff and pupils. Drinking water is labelled appropriately.  There are sufficient and suitable toilet facilities. The school regulates the temperature of water from the taps to ensure that it is safe for pupils to use. There are enough

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toilets to cater for the proposed additional number of pupils. There is a shower that pupils can use.  The school’s playground provides sufficient space for pupils to use at breaktimes and for PE lessons. There is enough space to cater for the proposed additional number of pupils. These areas are safe and well kept.  The proprietor has ensured that these standards are likely to be met if the DfE decides to approve implementation of the material change. Part 8. Quality of leadership in and management of schools Paragraphs 34(1), 34(1)(a), 34(1)(b), 34(1)(c)  The school has planned carefully and well for the proposed increase to the number of pupils on roll.  The two classrooms and other facilities in the building are suitable and will accommodate safely the proposed increase to the number of pupils.  The school has ensured that pupils’ safety and well-being remain at the centre of decision-making.  The proprietor has a clear overview of the implications and potential risks. All

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Main inspection findings

appropriate risk assessments are in place.  Leaders have applied their thorough understanding of the independent school standards to ensure full compliance with all relevant requirements and to safeguard pupils’ welfare.  The proprietor has ensured that these standards are likely to be met if the DfE approves the material change.

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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 that are relevant to the material change.

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School details

This inspection was carried out under section 162(4) of the Education Act 2002, the purpose of which is to advise the Secretary of State for Education about the school’s likely compliance with the independent school standards relevant to the material change that the school has applied to make.

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School details

Date of previous standard inspection 3 to 5 October 2023

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recommendation

Age range of pupils 11 to 16 11 to 16 11 to 16

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recommendation

Number of pupils on the school roll 88 100 100

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of full-time pupils of compulsory school age 88 100

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities 9 9

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Of which, number of pupils with an education, health and care plan 2 2

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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 1 1

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of full-time equivalent teaching staff 4 4

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of staff in the welfare provision 1 1

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Information about this school

 Lady Nafisa School is an independent Muslim day school for girls in the London Borough of Hillingdon.  The school is registered for up to 80 pupils between the ages of 11 to 16. There are currently 88 pupils on roll. This means that the school is operating beyond its registration agreement with the Department for Education.  The school’s last standard inspection took place in October 2023, when the school was judged to be good.  The school is located at Inglenook, Sipson Lane, West Drayton UB7 0JG.  The proprietor is the Ha Meem Foundation. There is also a governing body with delegated responsibility for governance.  The school uses no alternative provision.

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The school’s proposed changes to the age range of pupils, its premises and

 The school has applied to the Department for Education (DfE) to make some ‘material changes’ to its registration. At the DfE’s request, the inspector checked whether the school is likely to meet and/or meets the relevant independent school standards if the DfE decides to approve the change. This part of the inspection was carried out under section 162(4) of the Education Act 2002.  The school has requested an increase in capacity from 80 to 100 pupils. There are currently 88 pupils on roll. Two classes are already full, with 20 pupils in each. All other classes have 16 pupils in each. Leaders plan to only increase the numbers of pupils by four each year in the Year 7 class.  During the inspection, the inspector met with several operational leads at the school including the interim headteacher, the assistant headteacher and office manager.  The inspector had a tour of the school site to check the suitability and safety of the

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The school’s proposed changes to the age range of pupils, its premises and

school’s plans to increase the maximum number of pupils it is asking to provide for.  The inspector reviewed and evaluated documents provided by the school, including risk assessments, policies, the single central record and safeguarding information.

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Inspection team

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