ISI Regulatory Compliance Report March 2019 - Altrincham Preparatory School

Regulatory Compliance Inspection 6 © Independent Schools Inspectorate 2019 Altrincham Preparatory School – March 2019 Key findings 2.1 The school meets the standards in the schedule to the Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014, and relevant requirements of the statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage, and associated requirements, and no further action is required as a result of this inspection. PART 1 – Quality of education provided 2.2 The school uses its own framework to determine attainment, instead of the national framework. 2.3 The curriculum is documented, supported by appropriate plans and schemes of work for the pupils and covers the required breadth of material. The teaching enables pupils to make good progress, encompasses effective behaviour management and is supported by suitable resources. A suitable framework for the assessment of pupils’ performance is in place. 2.4 The standards relating to the quality of education [paragraphs 1–4] are met. PART 2 – Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils 2.5 Principles and values are actively promoted which facilitate the personal development of pupils as responsible, tolerant, law-abiding citizens. 2.6 The standard relating to spiritual, moral, social and cultural development [paragraph 5] is met. PART 3 – Welfare, health and safety of pupils 2.7 Arrangements are made to safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils by means that pay due regard to current statutory guidance; good behaviour is promoted; bullying is prevented so far as reasonably practicable; health and safety requirements are met, including those relating to fire safety; provision is made for first aid. Pupils are properly supervised; admission and attendance registers are maintained, as required, and there is a strategic approach to risk assessment. A disability access plan is in place. 2.8 The standards relating to welfare, health and safety [paragraphs 6–16], the requirement of Schedule 10 of the Equality Act 2010, and the ban on corporal punishment under section 548 of the Education Act 1996 are met. PART 4 – Suitability of staff, supply staff, and proprietors 2.9 The school makes appropriate checks to ensure the suitability of staff, supply staff, and proprietors and a register is kept as required. 2.10 The standards relating to the suitability of those in contact with pupils at the school [paragraphs 17–21] are met. PART 5 – Premises of and accommodation at schools 2.11 Suitable toilet and changing facilities, and showering facilities where required by the standard, and appropriate accommodation for pupils’ medical and therapy needs are provided. The premises are maintained to a standard commensurate with health and safety; acoustics and lighting are appropriate; water provision is adequate. Suitable outdoor space is provided for physical education and outdoor play. 2.12 The standards relating to the premises and accommodation [paragraphs 22–31] are met.