Islamic Tarbiyyah Preparatory School

Overview

This emergency inspection, commissioned due to safeguarding concerns, confirms that the school "meets all of the independent school standards that were checked." Inspectors found that leadership and management are effective, with the proprietor working closely with governors to ensure consistent compliance. The report concludes that the school provides a safe environment where pupils feel secure and supported.

Strengths

• There is a "clear culture of safeguarding" where every adult understands their role in keeping pupils safe.
• Leaders ensure safeguarding training is "relevant and up to date," including specific updates on statutory changes and the ‘Prevent’ duty.
• Staff receive "weekly briefings" to reinforce understanding, and concerns are dealt with promptly with "clear and sufficiently detailed" record-keeping.
• Health and safety checks are rigorous, including daily inspections and scheduled reviews for risks such as legionella.
• Pupils "feel safe," know key adults, and receive curriculum support to make safe choices, particularly regarding online safety.

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The report states that safeguarding is a maintained focus with a "clear culture" evident in the actions of the proprietor, leaders, and staff, ensuring pupils are kept safe through careful supervision and clear reporting procedures.