The Independent Grammar School:Durham

Overview: The Independent Grammar School: Durham is likely to meet the relevant independent school standards if the material changes relating to the school provision are implemented. The school's proposed new premises have been found to be safe and suitable for pupils, with adequate toilets, washing facilities, and a medical room. The school's leadership demonstrates a secure understanding of the independent school standards and has established quality assurance processes to ensure compliance.

Strengths:

• The proprietor has a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place, taking account of the most recent government guidance and legislation.
• The school offers pastoral support to pupils on an individual basis and provides pupils with health and well-being support.
• The school provides pupils with comprehensive careers advice to ensure they are prepared well for the next stage of their education or employment.
• The proprietor has drawn up an effective health and safety policy, which sets out the responsibilities of different stakeholders within the school.
• The school's leadership demonstrates a secure understanding of the independent school standards and has established quality assurance processes to ensure compliance.

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

Safeguarding: The school's safeguarding policy is comprehensive and takes account of the most recent government guidance and legislation. The proprietor commissions an external agency to provide safeguarding training for all staff, and the school offers pastoral support to pupils on an individual basis.