Quwwat Ul Islam Girls' School

Overview: The school is likely to meet the relevant independent school standards if the material changes relating to the school provision are implemented.

Strengths:

• The school has a curriculum policy and a policy for the early years which meet the independent school requirements.
• The curriculum is well sequenced with effective induction into Nursery and transitions from Reception Year into Year 1, and from Year 6 into the secondary school.
• Teaching activities are well planned and give pupils opportunities to practice and consolidate their learning, with teachers' use of modelling being strong.
• Phonics teaching is strong, with teachers trained and adhering strictly to the scheme.

Areas to improve: The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding: The safeguarding team and staff are knowledgeable and experienced in supporting pupils of all ages, and leaders know their local community well and can identify the possible risks to pupils.