Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) Inspection Report November 2024

Rare “significant strength” highlighted as Beech Lodge School inspection report is published

We are delighted to announce that following our recent Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection, we are not only fully compliant in all areas of school life but we have been recognised as a truly outstanding school with a comprehensive multi-disciplinary approach that demonstrates a 'significant strength'.

A four strong team of inspectors visited from 5th to 7th November using the new ISI inspection framework. There are no longer overall judgements or grades, however inspectors are able to pinpoint what they consider to be 'significant strengths' if they find evidence at the school of profound and genuine aspiration for pupils' development.

It is a rare accolade and we are one of only a handful of schools which has been found to have one of these 'significant' strengths'.

The report states: The school's comprehensive multi-disciplinary approach very successfully combines education and care and is based upon a deep understanding of attachment theory and pupils' emotional needs. This is a significant strength. The school's approach enables pupils to develop their confidence, self-esteem, self-awareness, self-control, motivation and socialisation particularly well. This focus on supporting pupils' personal development provides a stepping stone to strong academic achievement. Pupils develop high aspirations and achieve a range of qualifications that prepare them for further education and beyond."

Moreover, the report highlights our "deep culture of safeguarding that permeates all aspects of the school's provision" and that "Pupil's wellbeing is central to all aspects of school life." "Staff support pupil's with understanding and care throughout the day" and that our curriculum is "adapted effectively to meet pupils' individual needs"

Needless to say, we are extremely pleased that the inspectors were able to recognise and fully understand what we do. It is a testament to the dedication and excellence of our entire school community and is something we can all be very proud of.

To read the full inspection report click here here

Previous Inspection Reports

• The report of the ISI Integrated Inspection 11-13 Feb 2020 ISI report is available here
• The report of the ISI Compliance Inspection that took place on 29-30 March 2019 is available here.
• The report of the Ofsted Inspection that took place on 29-31 January 2014 is available here This was our first inspection and we were judged ‘Good’ in all areas. Following this inspection, we joined the Independent Schools Association and so are subsequently inspected by the ISI.