Ateres Elisheva

Overview

This material change inspection confirms that Ateres Elisheva meets the independent school standards relevant to its application to extend its age range to 11 and increase its pupil capacity. The report states that the school has already implemented these changes and is likely to continue meeting requirements if the Department for Education approves the material change.

Strengths

• The curriculum is well-planned, with "suitable plans and schemes of work" that support pupils in developing "enjoyment of learning" and skills for future life.
• Staff receive "advice, guidance and training" to deliver the curriculum effectively, and the school checks that it has the intended impact on pupils’ knowledge.
• Safeguarding arrangements are robust, with a trained designated lead, regular staff training, and systems to filter "unsuitable internet content."
• Premises are "generally well maintained," featuring spacious classrooms and new modular buildings that provide sufficient space and facilities for the increased pupil numbers.
• Leadership ensures compliance through "strategies and checks," holding leaders "effectively to account" for their work.

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The report states that the school’s safeguarding policy "follows current statutory guidance" and that the designated safeguarding lead and deputies have received "appropriate training to carry out this role effectively."