Peninim

Overview

This material change inspection assesses Peninim’s likely compliance with independent school standards following a proposed change of premises and an increase in pupil numbers. The report concludes that the school is "likely to meet the relevant independent school standards if the material changes relating to the school provision are implemented." Inspectors found that leadership, safeguarding, and operational procedures are robust and suitable for the proposed expansion.

Strengths

• Leaders have "robust safeguarding procedures in place which ensure that pupils are kept safe" and that they learn how to keep themselves safe.
• The proposed new site is "suitable for pupils" and has been "carefully considered," with appropriate outdoor space and facilities for the increased numbers.
• Recruitment checks are thorough, with a "single central record" that is "up to date and includes all the required recruitment checks."
• Both current and new sites are "safe and maintained to an appropriate standard," with suitable lighting, acoustics, and medical facilities.
• The proprietor has "appropriate procedures in place to accommodate the proposed increase in pupil numbers," including plans for additional staff.

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

Leaders have "robust safeguarding procedures in place which ensure that pupils are kept safe whilst they are at the school and that they learn how to keep themselves safe."