Arise Education

Overview

VLC is an inspirational independent school that successfully aims to ‘transform the lives of young people through education and care.’ The report describes a setting where pupils thrive, feel safe, and are ‘incredibly proud’ of their achievements, supported by a ‘relentless drive’ from leaders to raise aspirations.

Strengths

• The curriculum is ‘highly personalised’, using ‘stages of growth’ to identify precise starting points and build learning in ‘meaningful steps’.
• Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are ‘incredibly well supported’ through adaptations based on their education, health and care plans.
• There is a strong focus on personal development, with pupils engaging in activities like rock climbing, dance, and community fundraising to develop talents and life skills.
• Relationships between staff and pupils are ‘incredibly respectful’, contributing to excellent behaviour and attendance.
• All former pupils are now in education, training or employment, demonstrating the school’s success in preparing them for adulthood.

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.