The Complete Works - South London

School pre-registration inspection report

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The Complete Works - South London 66 Lancaster Street, London SE1 0RZ

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Main inspection findings

Part 1. Quality of education provided Paragraphs 2(1) to 2(2)(b), 2(2)(d) to 2(2)(e)(iii), 2(2)(g) to 4  The proposed new school will adopt the same curriculum as that already in use at the proprietor’s other school, The Complete Works. The proposed school has a clear curriculum policy for the proposed age range of pupils that sets out the curriculum that pupils will follow. This proposed curriculum is broad, as required by the independent school standards (the standards), and takes into consideration the ages and aptitudes of the intended cohort of pupils.  Typically, the school will teach a curriculum as broad as the national curriculum but will prioritise the teaching of mathematics, English, creativity, science and personal, social, health education (PSHE).  The school has developed schemes of work in all subjects for all year groups. The school has also invested in suitable resources to support the delivery of the intended

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curriculum.  The proposed school will cater for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Every pupil will have an individualised education plan to meet their specific needs.  The proposed school will teach using an approach that is already established in the proprietor’s other school. To ensure that all staff in the proposed school understand this approach, a training programme is in place to support teaching staff in the delivery of the intended curriculum. This training will be tailored for individual teachers, depending on their prior experience.  The school has designed an appropriate assessment policy and a suitable system to report on pupils’ progress to parents and carers on a termly basis.  The proposed school will have a team of subject-specialist staff to support the delivery of the curriculum.  The proposed classrooms are well equipped. The proposed school has appropriate

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teaching resources to deliver the intended curriculum. This includes resources needed when teaching pupils off site.  Leaders have planned a suitable curriculum for PSHE education. This includes age- appropriate relationships and sex education (RSE) and pays due regard to fundamental British values and equality.  The school will provide pupils with regular careers information, advice and guidance. This will include unbiased and up-to-date careers information. This will aim to support pupils with their next steps in education or the world of work.  The standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is granted permission to open.

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Part 2. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils Paragraphs 5 to 5(d)(iii)  The school has a planned curriculum for personal development. This includes RSE, learning how to live in the wider world and health and well-being. As well as in lessons, these themes will be explored in assemblies and during educational visits. The school has set out how it will encourage pupils to respect differences, learn about different faiths and cultures in order to help pupils to be well prepared for life in modern Britain.  The proposed school will run some enrichment activities and whole-school events such as ‘vocational days’. On these days, pupils will engage with different representatives from a range of workplaces and professions. Pupils will be encouraged to develop their entrepreneurial skills by promoting the event, budgeting for it and running it on the day.  Leaders are aware of their duty to ensure that teachers, guests and visitors do not

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present partisan political views. The proposed school’s spiritual, moral, social and cultural policy makes it clear that no member of staff or visitor may promote partisan political views.  The standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is granted permission to open.

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Part 3. Welfare, health and safety of pupils Paragraphs 6 to 7(b), 9 to 16(b)  The proposed school is likely to comply fully with fire safety legislation and meet requirements in its risk assessment policy and procedures.  Leaders who will be responsible for safeguarding have completed appropriate training. They demonstrate a secure understanding of their roles and statutory responsibilities. There is a clear structure already in place to oversee the work of the safeguarding team.  The school’s plans to supervise pupils are appropriate. This includes when staff are working with pupils off site. There are systems in place to record off-site activity which enable leaders to know where pupils and staff are at any given time. There are strict guidelines that parents must adhere to when children are educated in their family home. Risk assessments are in place for when pupils are taught in a local library,

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which include how to manage interactions with the general public.  The school’s proposed admission and attendance registers are compliant with the requirements of the Education (Pupil Registration) (England) Regulations 2006.  The school’s proposed behaviour and anti-bullying policies are clear and effective. Leaders have a clear process in place to record any sanctions given.  The school’s proposed health and safety policy is appropriate.  The proposed school has had an external fire risk assessment. The school has taken appropriate action to address all the findings and recommendations from this assessment. The school has up-to-date relevant commissioning certificates for the building.  The proposed school has a suitable first-aid policy. An appropriate number of staff have received first-aid training. The proposed processes for managing and recording accidents, injuries and medication are suitable.

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 The school has a suitable risk assessment policy and written risk assessments. The proposed risk assessment policy is detailed and fit for purpose. Appropriate written risk assessments for regular activities such as off-site activities are in place.  The proposed school has clear policies, including risk assessments, in place should there be young people over the age of 18 on roll at the school.  The standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is granted permission to open.

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Part 4. Suitability of staff, supply staff, and proprietors Paragraphs 17 to 18(2)(e), 18(3), 20(6) to 21(3)(b), 21(6)  The single central record is fully compliant.  Staff involved in recruitment have received appropriate training, and they make sure that all required checks are completed and recorded on the single central record.  Leaders have completed all the required checks on staff and the proprietor, and they are all recorded on the single central record.  The school does not ever intend to use supply staff.  The standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is granted permission to open.

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Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools Paragraphs 22 to 24(1)(b), 24(2) to 29(2), 31 to 31(c)  The school’s facilities are appropriate for their intended use. The building is well maintained.  Based on the premises floor plans and the proposed curriculum, teaching approach and age range from five to 25, there is not enough teaching space, toilets and washing facilities to accommodate the proposed registered number of pupils.  The classrooms are bright, benefit from natural light and are spacious enough for small groups of pupils working with an adult. The proposed building is well lit, both inside and out.  Drinking-water fountains are readily available throughout the proposed school and clearly marked. The toilet facilities have hot and cold running water, with safeguards in place to prevent scalding.  There is outdoor space for a small number of pupils to use at any one time for breaktimes and some therapeutic work such as gardening.

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 There is a suitable medical room situated close to the washing and toilet facilities.  The standards in this part are not likely to be met if the proposed school is granted permission to open.

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Part 6. Provision of information Paragraphs 32(1) to 32(1)(d), 32(1)(f) to 32(3)(g)  The proposed school has a dedicated website. It includes all necessary information required by the standards, such as policies and the names and contact details of both the headteacher and the chair of the proprietor board.  Leaders are aware of their statutory duties should pupils with education, health and care plans attend the proposed school.  The standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is granted permission to open.

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Part 7. Manner in which complaints are handled Paragraphs 33 to 33(k)  The proposed school has a comprehensive complaints policy that fulfils the requirements of this part. There is a log for recording both informal and formal complaints.  The procedure aims to ensure that informal and formal complaints are managed appropriately.  The standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is granted permission to open.

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Main inspection findings

Part 8. Quality of leadership in and management of schools Paragraphs 34(1) to 34(2)  Leaders and the proprietor have substantial experience in education. They understand their responsibilities and how to consistently meet the standards. Leaders have high aspirations for their future pupils. They have fully considered the growing local need through conversations with neighbouring local authorities. They have already formed strong relationships with them.  There is a mismatch between the proposed premises and the school’s proposed registered number of pupils.  The standards in this part are not likely to be met if the proposed school is granted permission to open.

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Schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010  There is a suitable accessibility policy and action plan which meets the requirements of schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010.  This requirement is likely to be met.

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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

Annual fees (day pupils) £20,709 to £55,866

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recommendation

Age range of pupils 0 5 to 25 5 to 25 Number of pupils on the school roll 0 194 60

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recommendation

 Based on the premises floor plans and the proposed curriculum, teaching approach and age range from five to 25, there is not enough teaching space, toilets and washing facilities to accommodate the proposed number of pupils. The school currently occupying the site provides for 37 pupils on this site.

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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 0 194

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School's current position School's proposal

Number of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities 0 194

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School's current position School's proposal

Of which, number of pupils with an education, health and care plan 0 194

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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 0 194

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of full-time equivalent teaching staff 0 157

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Information about this proposed school

 This school intends to be an independent school that provides alternative provision for boys and girls aged between five and 25 years. Pupils will be placed at the school by a variety of local authorities and schools. The school will cater for pupils with SEND who are supported with an education, health and care plan.  The school proposes to open in premises that are currently occupied by another school, The Complete Works, which has the same proprietor as this proposed school.  The proprietor intends to cease using this site for pupils who attend The Complete Works and open the proposed school, The Complete Works - South London, on this site 66 Lancaster Street, London, SE1 0RZ.  The school aims for all pupils to attend school full time. Typically, pupils will be taught one-to-one off site for part of the week and in small group sessions at the school site for the remainder of the week. Pupils that the school proposes to cater for are likely to

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Information about this proposed school

have had gaps in their schooling in the past. The school proposes to support pupils to re-engage gradually in their education by being taught off site, including in their family home or local libraries and building up to attending the school site. All pupils will have an individual curriculum plan and timetable tailored to their needs.

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Information about this inspection

 This was the proposed school’s first pre-registration inspection. The inspection was conducted with two working days’ notice.  The inspector met with the executive headteacher and headteacher.  The inspector toured the premises and considered a range of evidence to check the likelihood of the proposed school meeting the standards.

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Inspection team

Aliki Constantopoulou, lead inspector His Majesty’s Inspector

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Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools

– 23(1)(a) suitable toilet and washing facilities are provided for the sole use of pupils;  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 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; 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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