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Inspections
OFSTED
Like every school, Brown’s is subject to regular OFSTED inspections. Here are some quotes from the School’s latest inspection that took place in June 2006.
Teaching and Assessment
The teaching of Literacy and Numeracy is highly effective because lessons are tightly
structured. Learning is taken along in a step-
Pupil’s Progress and Achievement
As pupil’s basic skills improve, so do their confidence and self-
Personal Development
Older pupils are keen to say how much better they do than at their previous schools because they feel valued and included, and “this school doesn’t abandon you”.
A full copy of the report is available from the OFSTED website.
CReSTeD
The Council for the Registration of Schools Teaching Dyslexic pupils was set up to provide guidance and assurance to parents seeking a school for their dyslexic child. CReSTeD examines the adequacy of a school’s provision for dyslexic pupils In order to appear on the CReSTeD Register of Specialist Schools Brown’s undergoes regular inspections by the Council. Here is the report summary from the Council’s latest inspection
Summary of Report (September 2006)
Brown’s School is a small school which can be proud of the education it provides for pupils who find it very hard to thrive in mainstream. Pupils feel safe and valued here. They receive a balanced curriculum which is taught effectively, taking account of their individual needs. Their social and emotional needs are also well met. The school provides many opportunities in areas of sport, art, drama, music and extra curricular activities so that the children benefit from an all round education. The Head says that the school has a special spirit which is hard to define. I felt that the success of the school and its pupils lies in the dedication, expertise an commitment of the entire staff.
More information about CReSTeD and its role in maintaining the quality of Specialist Schools is available on their website.