Lady Nafisa School

Overview

This report details a material change inspection regarding the school’s proposal to increase its pupil capacity from 80 to 100. The inspector concluded that the school is “likely to meet the relevant independent school standards if the material change relating to the school provision is implemented.” The inspection focused on whether the school’s current arrangements for welfare, premises, and leadership would remain compliant with this increase.

Strengths

• Safeguarding procedures are robust, with a “suitable” policy, consistent reporting systems, and staff who are “knowledgeable about how to recognise and report any concerns.”
• The premises are “well maintained, clean, and fully equipped,” with sufficient space and facilities to safely accommodate the proposed additional pupils.
• Leadership has “planned carefully and well” for the increase, ensuring that “pupils’ safety and well-being remain at the centre of decision-making.”
• Health and safety protocols are thorough, including regular risk assessments, effective fire safety checks, and careful maintenance of medical and accident records.
• Staff vetting procedures are “thorough,” with all required checks recorded appropriately on the single central record.

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The report states that the school’s safeguarding policy is “suitable and aligns with the latest safeguarding guidelines,” and that staff receive regular training to ensure they understand their role in keeping pupils safe.