Meliorate Institute Education and Training Ltd

School pre-registration inspection report

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Meliorate Institute Education and Training Ltd Clifton Rugby Club, Station Road, Henbury, Bristol BS10 7TB

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Part 1. Quality of education provided Paragraphs 2(1)(b)(ii), 2(2)(a), 2(2)(d) to 2(2)(d)(ii), 2(2)(e)(i), 2(2)(i), 2A(1) to 2A(2), 3(h), 3(i), 3(j)  The proprietor intends to educate pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). It anticipates that most pupils will have an education, health and care (EHC) plan. The proprietor has set out a broad curriculum that meets the requirements of the independent school standards (the standards).  The personal, social and health education (PSHE) curriculum is aligned with statutory guidance. It reflects the school’s ethos and aims. The PSHE curriculum includes relationships and sex education (RSE). Specific topics include peer pressure, personal hygiene and puberty. School leaders intend to consult with parents and carers about the content of the proposed RSE curriculum during the induction process.  The schemes of work in place ensure that pupils understand the importance of

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celebrating differences and do not undermine fundamental British values. This approach is likely to prepare pupils effectively for life in modern British society.  These standards are likely to be met if the school is permitted to open. Paragraphs 2(1), 2(1)(a), 2(1)(b) to 2(1)(b)(i), 2(2), 2(2)(b), 2(2)(e), 2(2)(e)(ii) 2(2)(e)(iii), 2(2)(h)  The curriculum policy specifies how the school plans to offer a range of curriculum pathways, which include unit awards, short courses and stepping stones leading to BTEC National Diplomas and GCSEs. However, the policy lacks detail. For example, it does not make clear how the school intends to teach the curriculum.  Some schemes of work, such as English, mathematics and PSHE, set out the important knowledge that the school expects pupils to learn. In contrast, other curriculum plans are currently in development. They do not specify the most essential knowledge that pupils need to learn. This is unlikely to help pupils progress through

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the curriculum and achieve well.  It is likely that some pupils will arrive at the school unable to read fluently. The proprietor has selected a suitable phonics programme. However, it has yet to purchase resources or train staff to deliver the programme. Furthermore, the school has not decided upon a proposed timetable. Therefore, its approach is unlikely to help pupils acquire literacy skills.  The proposed school plans to review pupils’ EHC plans during an initial assessment period. It intends to construct a ‘one-page profile’ and create personalised targets to help meet pupils’ individual needs. However, the curriculum documentation does not make clear how the school intends to adapt the delivery of the curriculum to meet individual needs.  Although pupils at the proposed school will receive impartial careers advice, the proprietor has not put in place a well-structured careers programme for the different

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ages in the secondary phase.  The standards in these paragraphs are not likely to be met if the proposed school opens. Paragraphs 3 to 3(g), 4  The proprietor has already appointed some staff with expertise in supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). However, classrooms have not been set up. They are not equipped with age-appropriate furniture or resources. Therefore, lessons are unlikely to be effective enough to meet the full range of pupils’ needs and abilities on a day-to-day basis.  The proposed school has established a framework that sets out how it will assess the curriculum. However, some schemes of work are not finalised. In some subjects, it is unclear what criteria the school will use to demonstrate how well pupils progress through the curriculum.  The proprietor has not ensured that all standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is permitted to open.

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Part 2. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils Paragraphs 5 to 5(d)(iii)  The proprietor has identified how it intends to promote pupils’ spiritual, moral and cultural development. The proposed curriculum integrates opportunities for pupils to work with local businesses and charities. Leaders plan for pupils to visit museums and other places of interest beyond the school to complement the curriculum.  The proprietor has ensured that the proposed school has considered British values as part of the school’s curriculum such as learning about democracy through the school council and the rule of law by visits from services who protect us. The school plans to focus on ensuring that relationships between pupils and staff are built on mutual respect and tolerance.  Leaders will develop cultural understanding through books, assemblies, visits and learning about different festivals. Leaders are aware of their duty to ensure that

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teachers and guest speakers do not present partisan political views.  The proprietor has ensured that all standards in this part are likely to be met if the school is permitted to open.

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Part 3. Welfare, health and safety of pupils Paragraphs 9(a) to 10, 14  The proprietor has developed behaviour and anti-bullying policies. These policies set out the school’s approach to the rewards and sanctions that staff will use to support pupils’ behaviour such as a reward shop system. The behaviour policy focuses on reinforcing positive messages. For example, each pupil will have an individual behaviour plan. These plans contain the agreed strategies that school staff will deploy to support pupils’ individual needs.  The proposed school has created a template to record, track and monitor any incidents of poor behaviour and bullying. Positive handling is part of a staged approach to managing pupils’ behaviour. Leaders intend to use this as a last resort. The system for recording positive handling includes specific details on the type of hold and follow-up restorative work. The proprietor intends to train staff in this approach

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as part of the induction process.  The proprietor intends for staff to supervise pupils closely at all points of the school day. For example, staff will supervise pupils on arrival and as they depart at the end of the day. Staff will greet pupils when they arrive each morning. The proprietor proposes gradually increasing pupil numbers to ensure a high staff-to-pupil ratio.  These standards are likely to be met if the school is permitted to open. Paragraphs 7 to 7(b), 11 to 13, 15 to 16(b)  In the main, the safeguarding and child protection policy follows most of the statutory guidance issued by the Department for Education (DfE). It will be available from the proposed school’s website. The school has planned regular training and a daily debrief to ensure that staff receive relevant, important contextual information, including about safeguarding and pupils’ welfare. Nonetheless, the published policy does not include

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information on reporting allegations against the headteacher.  The proprietor has written a health and safety policy. Staff will complete training as part of their induction programme, including manual handling and working at height. However, the policy does not specify the frequency of checks to ensure that all aspects of the building are as safe as possible. Currently, the school has not completed its own health and safety checks of the premises.  The external fire risk assessment is for the whole rugby club, including the proposed school building. However, the risk assessment does not consider the change of use from offices to a school. Therefore, it does not comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.  The school has produced a first-aid policy. However, the required first-aid equipment was not present on the school’s site for inspection. For example, there are no first-aid boxes belonging to the school and no lockable cabinet to store medication if needed.

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 The admissions register template does not include all of the required information about pupils on roll. For example, it omits the name and address of the last school any pupils attended.  An electronic register will record attendance twice daily. The school expects pupils to attend regularly. It has a clear system in place for addressing poor attendance, including liaison with the local authority and weekly tracking. However, the attendance register does not include the correct absence codes as set out in the School Attendance (Pupil Registration) (England) Regulations 2024.  The proprietor has a risk assessment for the school’s premises. This sets out control measures to reduce the likelihood and severity of any potential incidents. However, the site risk assessment is not fit for purpose. For example, the control measures if a pupil absconds from the site are not specific to the school. Furthermore, risk

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assessments for planned activities have not been completed.  The proprietor has not ensured that all standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is permitted to open.

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Part 4. Suitability of staff, supply staff, and proprietors Paragraphs 18(2) to 18(2)(e), 18(3), 19(2) to 19(2)(d)(ii), 19(3), 20(6) to 20(6)(c), 21(1) to 21(3)(b), 21(5) to 21(5)(a)(ii), 21(5)(c) to 21(6)  An electronic single central record is in place. The proprietor has ensured that at least one member of staff is trained in safer recruitment. Checks on existing staff include enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks, as well as section 128 checks for those in management positions. However, not all of the information contained in the single central record reflects the statutory guidance in ‘Keeping children safe in education’ 2025. The record does not include qualifications for relevant staff or checks on staff, including members of the proprietor body, who may have lived and worked abroad.  The proprietor has no plans to employ supply staff. Nevertheless, it understands its responsibility to obtain written confirmation that the relevant checks on the suitability

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of supply staff have been made.  The proprietor has not ensured that all standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is permitted to open.

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Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools Paragraphs 26 to 27(b), 28(1) to 28(1)(b), 28(1)(d) to 28(2)(b), 29 (1) to 29(1)(b)  The lighting and acoustics make a suitable learning environment for pupils. Windows on the first floor are fitted with restrictors for pupils’ safety.  External lighting allows users to enter and exit the building safely.  Toilet facilities have an adequate supply of hot and cold running water. Hot water does not scald.  The school has a large, enclosed outside space for physical education and for pupils to socialise at breaktimes.  These standards are likely to be met if the school is permitted to open. Paragraphs 23(1) to 23(1)(c), 24(1) to 24(1)(b), 24(2), 25, 28(1), 28(1)(c)  The proposed school will occupy the ground and first floors of a separate building within the grounds of Clifton Rugby Club. The internal and external spaces are suitable for educating the proposed number of pupils. Presently, however, the

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proprietor has not taken over the building’s lease. Local businesses currently occupy the proposed 8 classrooms as office space.  The proposed school does not have separate toilets and washing facilities for staff and pupils. Leaders plan for staff to use the toilet facilities at the nearby gymnasium. However, the proprietor has not formally agreed this with the owner of the gymnasium.  Pupils will have access to drinking water throughout the day from a mains supply. However, drinking water is not labelled as such.  The proprietor has not ensured that suitable accommodation is available to cater for pupils’ medical needs, including the short-term care of sick and injured pupils. For example, the current medical room is in a separate building, not close to a toilet and unsuitable for the age range of pupils the school intends to admit.  The proprietor has considered how the proposed site will keep pupils safe. However,

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at the time of the inspection, some of the existing outside spaces pose a trip hazard. Furthermore, the proprietor has not finalised a suitable option to enhance security at the main entrance. Presently, members of the public can gain access to the outdoor space where pupils play.  The school does not have its own showers on the proposed site. It plans for pupils to change and shower at dedicated times in a gymnasium complex, which is on the grounds of the rugby club. However, there is no formal agreement in place. Additionally, the showers and changing rooms were in use during the inspection, so it was not possible to assess their suitability.  The proprietor has not ensured that all standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is permitted to open.  Part 6. Provision of information Paragraphs 32(1) to 32(1)(d), 32(1)(f) to 32(2)(b), 32(2)(b)(ii) to 32(3)(g)  The proposed school’s website is currently under development. The draft website

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provides parents with information about the school’s aims and ethos, as well as relevant policies such as the complaints procedure. Once recruited, the school understands that it needs to include the name and address of its chair of the governing body. However, some statutory information is missing from the draft website, including the admissions policy and the headteacher’s name.  The school has prepared a template to report on pupils’ achievement, attendance and behaviour. Leaders intend to issue reports to parents 6 times a year.  Currently, the school does not clearly understand what needs to be provided to the local authority with respect to income and expenditure for pupils funded with an EHC plan. It intends to meet with local authority commissioners to agree on how funding will be reported.  The proprietor has not ensured that all standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is permitted to open.

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Part 7. Manner in which complaints are handled Paragraphs 33 to 33(k)  The proposed school has a suitable complaints policy. It sets out clear procedures and timescales for managing complaints.  The policy specifies how complaints can be considered initially through informal resolution before progressing to a formal review and panel hearing. Members of any panel hearing will be independent and impartial of the school’s management.  The school will keep secure records of any complaints received. These will be made available for inspection.  The proprietor has ensured that the standard in this part is likely to be met if the school is permitted to open.

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Part 8. Quality of leadership in and management of schools Paragraphs 34(1) to 34(1)(c)  The proprietor is committed to providing inclusive education for pupils with SEMH needs. Along with other leaders, it shares the same moral imperative to enhance the life chances of vulnerable pupils and give them hope for future success.  The headteacher brings many years of experience in leading provision for pupils with SEND. Nevertheless, the proprietor has not ensured that the proposed school is ready to open. There are weaknesses in the proprietor’s understanding of the standards and other statutory responsibilities. It does not demonstrate that the standards would be met securely and consistently over time.  The proprietor is at an early stage in thinking about robust processes for quality assurance. It is forming a local governing board, for example, to oversee compliance with the standards and safeguarding. However, many of these appointments are only

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recent. A full board meeting has yet to take place. Currently, there is no coherent plan for how the proprietor will fully hold school leaders accountable for the quality of education at the proposed school.  The proprietor is committed to training all staff to ensure that there is an open culture of safeguarding and a focus on pupils’ wellbeing. However, gaps in the single central record, the absence of an external fire risk assessment and issues with the current site’s security could compromise pupils’ safety and wellbeing.  The proprietor has not ensured that all standards in this part are likely to be met if the proposed school is permitted to open.

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Schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010  The proposed school’s accessibility plan is likely to meet statutory requirements. The plan considers how to adapt the curriculum and the physical environment to support pupils with SEND.

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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

Type of school Other independent special school

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Proprietor Meliorate Institute Education and Training Ltd Chair Karen Hyde

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recommendation

Age range of pupils Not applicable 7 to 16 7 to 16 Number of pupils on the school roll 0 50 50

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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 50 Number of part-time pupils 0 0

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities 0 50

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Of which, number of pupils with an education, health and care plan 0 50

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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 50

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of full-time equivalent teaching staff 5 14

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Information about this proposed school

 The proposed school will operate from a single site. It is located within Clifton Rugby Club, Station Road, Henbury, Bristol, BS10 7TB. The proprietor holds an agreement with the club to have sole use of some club facilities during school hours if approved to open by the DfE. At the time of the pre-registration inspection, the proposed facilities were occupied by various local businesses.  The proprietor is Meliorate Institute Education and Training Limited, which is an established provider of apprenticeships, community education and training.  The proposed school seeks to provide full-time education for up to 50 mixed-gender pupils aged between 7 and 16 years. Pupils who will attend the proposed school will have SEMH needs. Some pupils will likely have an EHC plan. Two local authorities will fund places.  The proposed school does not currently have an established governing body. However, the proprietor is in the process of recruiting an experienced governing body.

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Information about this proposed school

 The proposed school currently has 5 staff appointed. The proprietor intends to grow pupil numbers and recruit staff gradually.  The proprietor may use alternative provision as part of enrichment activities.

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Information about this inspection

 This was the proposed school’s first pre-registration inspection. The DfE commissioned the inspection to determine whether the school would be likely to meet the standards if it were permitted to open.  The inspection was conducted with two working days’ notice.  The inspector met with the headteacher, the designated safeguarding lead and the chair of the proprietor body to discuss the proposed school.  The inspector reviewed safeguarding arrangements, including the school’s policy, procedures and plans for training and monitoring. He also scrutinised the school’s single central record of recruitment and vetting processes.  The inspector conducted a tour of the proposed school’s site to check the suitability of the premises for meeting the standards. He also met with leaders to discuss the school’s health and safety arrangements, including the risk assessments carried out by the school.

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Inspection team

Dale Burr, 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; and  2(2) For the purposes of paragraph (2)(1)(a), the matters are- – 2(2)(b) that pupils acquire speaking, listening, literacy and numeracy skills; – 2(2)(e) for pupils receiving secondary education, access to accurate, up-to-date careers guidance that- – 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

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 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 taught; – 3(f) utilises effectively classroom resources of a good quality, quantity and range;

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– 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;  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 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.  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 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.  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.  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

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Registration) (England) Regulations 2006.  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 – 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

 18(2) The standard in this paragraph is met if- – 18(2)(c) the proprietor carries out appropriate checks to confirm in respect of each such person- – 18(2)(c)(iv) where appropriate, the person’s qualifications; – 18(2)(e) in the case of any person for whom, by reason of that person living or 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; and  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.  20(6) The standard in this paragraph is met in relation to an individual ("MB"), not being the Chair of the school, who is a member of a body of persons corporate or unincorporate named as the proprietor of the school in the register or in an application

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to enter the school in the register, if- – 20(6)(a) MB- – 20(6)(b) subject to sub-paragraphs (7) to (8), the Chair of the school makes the following checks relating to MB- – 20(6)(b)(iii) where, by reason of MB’s living or having lived outside the United Kingdom, obtaining an enhanced criminal record certificate is not sufficient to establish MB’s suitability to work in a school, such further checks as the Chair of the school considers appropriate, having regard to any guidance issued by the Secretary of State;  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)(iv) checks were made to ensure, where appropriate, that S had the relevant

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qualifications; – 21(3)(a)(viii) checks were made pursuant to paragraph 18(2)(e),  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.

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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)(b) separate toilet facilities for boys and girls aged 8 years or over are provided except where the toilet facility is provided in a room that can be secured from the inside and that is intended for use by one pupil at a time; and – 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)(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

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includes a washing facility and is near to a toilet facility; and  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.  28(1) The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that- – 28(1)(c) cold water supplies that are suitable for drinking are clearly marked as such;

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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, the Secretary of State or an independent inspectorate; – 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 is registered at the school, an 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

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reasonably be required for the purpose of the annual review of the EHC plan is provided to the responsible local authority; and  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;

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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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