Everything Education School

School pre-registration inspection report

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Everything Education School 1234–1238 Coventry Road, Birmingham B25 8BZ

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Main inspection findings

Part 1. Quality of education provided Paragraphs 2(1)(b)(ii) to 2(2)(b), 2(2)(d) to 2(2)(e)(iii), 2(2)(h) to 2A(1), 2A(1)(b) to 2(A)(2)  The proposed school has designed a suitably ambitious curriculum. A clear, written curriculum policy sets out the curriculum’s aims, and there are well-defined plans for pupils to study a broad range of subjects. Leaders intend for pupils to work towards GCSE qualifications when appropriate. They have also planned support for pupils who require alternative pathways at earlier stages of learning.  The planned curriculum is supported by appropriate schemes of work. These schemes of work are specific in setting out the knowledge that pupils are expected to learn in order to make progress. Leaders have sequenced lessons carefully so that subject matter is taught in a logical order. Curriculum plans ensure that key knowledge is revisited regularly to help pupils remember what they have learned.

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 The schemes of work do not undermine the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.  The proposed school plans to teach personal, social, health, citizenship and economic education through a regular timetabled programme. Leaders have adopted a scheme of work to achieve this aim. The planned curriculum includes a range of topics that are likely to help pupils gain understanding of life in British society, including themes of study such as respect for others and online safety. In addition, the planned curriculum covers the statutory expectations of relationships and sex education. Leaders intend to consult with parents and carers on the specific content of this curriculum when pupils first join the school.  The proposed school has developed a comprehensive and well-planned careers programme. Leaders have drawn on a range of guidance to inform their design of the

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careers curriculum. Their plans include the use of personalised pathways to support pupils’ individual aspirations. Leaders have already established agreements with various local employers to provide opportunities for pupils to learn about the world of work. Pupils are likely to be well supported in making informed choices about their future career options.  The proprietor has ensured that these independent school standards (the standards) are likely to be met. Paragraphs 3a, 3b, and 3(e) to 4  The proprietor intends to employ qualified teachers. Four teachers are currently employed at the setting.  Staff are experienced in teaching pupils in the secondary phase of education. They demonstrate the expertise to plan and deliver lessons that are likely to promote pupils’ progress through the curriculum. They have considered a range of pedagogical approaches that they intend to implement to support pupils’ learning.

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 The proposed school intends to carry out various assessments of pupils’ abilities and needs during the planned admission process. These baseline assessments are likely to provide an accurate view of pupils’ starting points on entry.  Staff intend to make regular checks on what pupils know and remember. They understand the importance of accurate assessment and have planned various strategies to identify where pupils might need extra support. The proposed school intends to use a digital platform to monitor assessment information and to help address any gaps in pupils’ learning.  The proprietor has ensured that these standards are likely to be met. Paragraphs 2(1), 2(1)(a), 2(1)(b), 2(1)(b)(i), 3, 3(c) and 3(d)  The proposed school intends to operate with a member of staff in the role of special educational needs coordinator.  Staff understand the needs of pupils who are likely to join the proposed school. They

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are experienced in teaching pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and have clear plans to meet these effectively. This includes considering how the curriculum will be adapted to meet the specific needs of pupils who attend.  The proposed school plans to admit 24 pupils. The building has three classrooms, but one must be used as a passage to reach the toilet and medical room. Given the limited teaching space available and the complex needs of the pupils, the current classroom layout is unlikely to support high-quality teaching for this number of pupils.  The proprietor has not ensured that these standards are likely to be met.

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Part 2. Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils Paragraph 5 to 5(d)(iii)  The proposed school has carefully planned learning experiences to promote pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. The curriculum is designed to teach pupils the importance of tolerance, respect and empathy towards others. Leaders clearly demonstrate how these values are woven throughout the curriculum and reflected in the choice of topics, texts and themes.  Leaders are committed to providing positive role models and ensuring that the school’s pastoral approach supports pupils’ contribution to a positive learning environment. They have established plans to ensure that each pupil receives individual pastoral support from an assigned member of staff. This approach is well considered and is likely to promote inclusivity and mutual respect.  The proposed school has planned wider opportunities to help pupils understand their

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community and take responsibility. This has included staff arranging activities to support local charities, such as a food bank and a homeless shelter.  Activities have been planned to help pupils understand spiritual concepts. These include visits to a church, a gurdwara and a mosque. This work is likely to help pupils understand and respect cultures and faiths that are different from their own.  The proprietor has ensured that the standards in this part are likely to be met.

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Part 3. Welfare, health and safety of pupils Paragraph 7 to 7(b)  The proposed school has a policy in place to safeguard the welfare of pupils. The policy reflects the latest guidance of the Department for Education (DfE).  The proprietor has placed strong emphasis on ensuring that all staff are fully trained to meet their safeguarding responsibilities. The staff induction programme includes training on the specific vulnerabilities of pupils who may attend the setting. Staff are likely to be well prepared and alert to any signs that pupils may require support.  Clear plans and procedures are in place for staff to work effectively with external agencies when necessary. Paragraphs 9 to 10  The proposed school has designed behaviour and anti-bullying policies to support the needs of pupils that it expects to admit. These policies set out clear expectations for pupils. These expectations are also communicated through a school behaviour

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‘charter’, which reflects and reinforces the values upheld by the proposed school. Paragraphs 11 to 16(b)  The proprietor is aware of their duty to maintain high standards of health and safety. Leaders understand their responsibilities and have organised a system of checks to ensure that these standards are upheld.  The proprietor has ensured that the proposed school complies with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. As part of this work a fire risk assessment has been completed and the proprietor has sought guidance from the local fire service.  An appropriate first-aid policy is in place. Staff have been trained to administer first aid when necessary.  The proposed school has implemented a risk assessment framework. A range of risk assessments have been completed across the premises, including water safety and asbestos surveys. In addition, risk assessments have been completed to address the

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specific context of the proposed school. For example, leaders have assessed the risks posed by the busy road that the premises is located on. They have put measures in place to manage these risks at the start and end of the school day.  The proprietor has ensured that the standards in this part are likely to be met. 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) and 21(6)  The proposed school has appropriate systems to ensure that adults are suitable to work with pupils. The proprietor understands the principles of safe recruitment practice and applies them through the pre-employment checks that are made.  The proposed school’s single central record provides an accurate and comprehensive record of all required checks to confirm the suitability of staff.

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 The proprietor has ensured that the standards in this part are likely to be met.

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Part 5. Premises of and accommodation at schools Paragraphs 23(1) to 24(1)(b), 24(2) and 25 to 29(1)(b)  The proposed school has been refurbished internally and presents a bright and welcoming environment. Classrooms benefit from ample light, and the building is well maintained.  A toilet and handwashing facility is available for the sole use of pupils. The facility is designed for use by one pupil at a time and can be secured from the inside.  A medical room is located near to the toilet and includes a handwashing facility.  Pupils have access to a small outdoor area for play. In addition, the school has plans in place to use a local park and has also arranged for physical education classes to take place at a local leisure centre. The proprietor has established an agreement with this leisure centre and completed risk assessments to ensure they are safe for pupils to use.  The proprietor has ensured that the standards in this part are likely to be met.

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Part 6. Provision of information Paragraphs 32(1) to 32(1)(d), 32(1)(f) to 32(1)(i), 32(2) to 32(2)(b), 32(2)(b)(ii) to 32(3)(g)  The proposed school’s website offers a range of information for pupils and parents. Key policies, such as those on safeguarding and behaviour, are made readily available.  Leaders understand their responsibility to share relevant information with local authorities to support the annual review processes for pupils with education, health and care (EHC) plans.  The proposed school intends to provide parents with annual written reports detailing pupils’ progress and learning. They have arrangements in place to generate reports using a digital platform.  The proprietor has ensured that the standards in this part are likely to be met.

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Part 7. Manner in which complaints are handled Paragraphs 33 to 33(k)  The proposed school has a clear complaints policy. The policy outlines defined timescales for the management of complaints. It allows for concerns to be addressed informally at first, followed by a formal process if needed. Where earlier stages do not resolve an issue, the policy allows for a panel hearing. Procedures are in place to keep written records of all complaints, including any actions taken in response.  The proprietor has ensured that the standards in this part are likely to be met.

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Part 8. Quality of leadership in and management of schools Paragraphs 34(1) to 34(1)(c)  The proprietor has a clear vision for the proposed school and the education it intends to offer. Leaders bring substantial teaching experience and demonstrate high aspirations for pupils’ achievements. They have established clear plans for the curriculum, broader learning experiences available to pupils, and the overall systems for managing the school. However, the proposed school’s premises are not adequate to accommodate the number of pupils for which the proprietor has applied. The limited classroom space makes it unlikely that all of the independent school standards will be met consistently.  The proprietor has not ensured that the standards in this part are likely to be met.

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Main inspection findings

 There is an appropriate accessibility plan in place in accordance with 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

Type of school Other independent special school

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Proposed school details

School status Independent special school

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Proposed school details

Proprietor Everything Education School Ltd

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Annual fees (day pupils) £15,600 to £39,000

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Proposed school details

Website www.everythingeducation.co.uk/school

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Proposed school details

Email address school@everythingeducation.co.uk

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recommendation

Age range of pupils Not applicable 11 to 16 11 to 16 Number of pupils on the school roll Not applicable 24 15

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recommendation

Reason for inspector’s recommendations  The proposed school has registered to admit 24 pupils. However, the premises consist of only three classrooms, one of which must be passed through to access the toilet and medical room. Given the limited teaching space available and the complexity of pupils’ needs that the school intends to cater for, it is unlikely that the proprietor’s plans for classroom organisation will adequately support high-quality teaching for the proposed number of pupils. In the inspector’s professional opinion, the proposed school would be likely to meet the relevant standards if a modification were made to the proposed number of pupils. The inspector therefore recommends that the proposed school should admit no more than 15 pupils on roll.

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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 24

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of part-time pupils Not applicable 0

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities Not applicable 24

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Of which, number of pupils with an education, health and care plan Not applicable 24

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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 Not applicable 24

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School’s current position School’s proposal

Number of full-time equivalent teaching staff 4 4

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Information about this proposed school

 Everything Education is located at 1234–1238 Coventry Road, Birmingham B25 8BZ  The proposed school intends to educate pupils with EHC plans. It intends to particularly cater for pupils with speech, language and communication needs, autism, and social emotional and mental health needs.  The proposed school does not intend to use any alternative provision.

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Information about this inspection

 This inspection was commissioned by the DfE to determine if the school is likely to meet the standards if the DfE registers the school.  This was the first pre-registration inspection of the proposed school.  The inspector carried out a range of activities to ascertain if the proposed school is likely to meet the standards. These activities included meeting with representatives of the proprietor body, holding discussions with senior leaders, reviewing a broad range of policies, reviewing curriculum aims and examples of schemes of work, as well as reviewing leaders’ intended systems and procedures for managing the school.  The inspector conducted a tour of the premises.  The inspector discussed safeguarding arrangements with leaders, including the designated safeguarding lead.

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Inspection team

Jonathan Leonard, 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 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 – 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;

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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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