Inspection Reports

The school has invested heavily in training. If staff need extra support, then additional training and guidance is provided by experienced and well-qualified managers. Consequently, leaders ensure that staff are well trained and know what is expected of them. This approach helps to make sure that pupils at every stage continue to make progress in their learning.

Safeguarding has a high profile in the school and among governors. This is clearly reflected in policies, training records and the induction arrangements for new staff. It is also a standing item on all meeting agendas. In these ways, leaders make sure pupils continue to be kept safe while at school.

The relationships between staff and pupils are lovely. Staff model expected behaviour in a calm, caring and purposeful way. Pupils respond well. The pupils showed enthusiasm for learning even when struggling with an idea.

School leaders are dedicated professionals who care deeply about their pupils, their well-being and their learning. There is a clear desire that pupils should get a goodquality education.

Leaders are constantly striving to improve outcomes for pupils in a safe and caring school environment. There is a strong sense of community and family that reflects the school’s caring ethos 

Leaders are committed to developing a strong team of teachers and support staff. They invest extensively in training and support and use internal and external resources to build capacity.

Spiritual, moral, social and cultural teaching is strong. As a result, pupils’ understanding of the world is well developed. They are able to reflect on relationships with people who have different perceptions and beliefs.

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding. Caring for everyone is embedded in the pupils’ attitudes to one another. This reflects the school’s Islamic ethos.

Parents are most appreciative of the school because of the progress their children make and because the children feel safe and happy. They emphasised the importance to them of the religious ethos of the school. Each morning begins in the playground with morning prayers that parents observe, as the pupils stand in their lines to prepare for the day.

The pupils benefit from a strong programme of spiritual, moral, social and cultural development through personal, social, health and economic education, citizenship lessons and lessons in Islamic studies.