Sherborne International ISI Report

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ISI Integrated Inspection 2016

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It is official Sherborne International is

excellent!

The School was recently inspected as part of the UK’s commitment by the Government to provide the best possible education for students.

The inspection took place between 19-22 January 2016 and involved five inspectors. All areas of the School were inspected and I am absolutely delighted to tell you that the

School has been awarded the highest grade possible in

every single category. This is an outstanding result, one very difficult to achieve and one of which we are justifiably proud.

Please rest assured that following this excellent report, we will make every effort not only to maintain these high standards but also to improve our excellent provision for our students even further.

We have also been recently re-accredited by the British Council through inspection of all our academic programmes, administration and boarding. This second excellent report is also available on our website via the School - Quality Assurance link. Please do take the time to look at that report too.

Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to thank every member of the Sherborne International community for their continuing excellent contribution to the School's success.

Best wishes Philip Hardaker BEd (Hons), FRSA - Principal

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The

Success of the School

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“Their outstanding curriculum, tailored to suit their individual needs, and excellent teaching are fundamental to the students’ success.”

“The School is highly successful in providing a friendly and supportive atmosphere in which every student is known and valued.”

“Parents are highly satisfied with the progress made by their children and with the leadership of the School. All would recommend the School to another parent.”

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of Academic and other Achievements

The

“Assessment is regular and thorough and student progress is monitored at least twice a term.”

Quality

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“The School provides excellent support and advice for the next stage of education to ensure that it matches the needs and potential of the individual students.”

“They work well during lessons and are highly supportive of each other, celebrating each other’s achievement.”

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“The academic curriculum is complemented by activities and an extra-curricular programme that provide an EXCELLENT and wide-ranging learning experience.”

“Links have been made with local schools for a variety of sporting activities, debating and public speaking.”

“The curriculum is flexible and tailored to the individual needs, abilities and English

language level of each student, challenging

them to achieve high standards in all aspects of school life.”

“All subject specialist staff are trained or qualified in teaching students with EAL and this, combined with small class sizes, creates an intensive learning experience where students develop their fluency in English in the context of a wider curriculum.”

“Detailed knowledge of a student’s language ability is matched with high levels of individual support to ensure that progress is made.”

of Curricular and Extra-Curricular Provision and Teaching

The

Contribution

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“By the time they leave the School they mature into well-balanced and thoughtful individuals with an

excellent level of personal development.”

The

Quality Personal Development

of the Student’s

The students’ self-esteem is strengthened by the value the School places upon them and their self-confidence increases with their growing independence as their language skills improve.”

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“The School successfully promotes a healthy lifestyle; nutritious meals cater for the varying dietary requirements of students, ensuring all have access to a wide variety of choice.”

“The School is highly successful in providing a friendly and supportive atmosphere in which every student is known and valued.

Excellent

relationships between staff and students prevail throughout the School.

Students appreciate the support they receive and acknowledge that the help and guidance they receive from staff help them to make rapid progress, both socially and academically.”

“All parents felt that their children are looked after well.”

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The Contribution of Arrangements for

Pastoral Care

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“Staff in houses know the students in their care well and understand their social and academic needs.”

“Strong oversight of the boarding provision ensures

excellent and consistent support

of students and makes a most significant contribution to their academic success,

personal development and enjoyment of their experience while in the School.”

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The

Quality of

Boarding

“The School meets its aims well in preparing boarders for further education in other British boarding schools, usually after one year, by helping them to adapt to the linguistic, social and cultural expectations of life in Britain.�

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The

Effectiveness of Governance, Leadership and Management

“The governors are committed to the School’s future development, and discharge their responsibilities for educational standards, financial planning and investment in staff, accommodation and learning resources effectively.”

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The

Quality of Leadership and Management, Including Links with

Parents, Carers & Guardians “The senior leadership team provides

strong direction that is reflected in

the students’ significant

achievements in their public

examination performance, the

outstanding care of the students

and the successful fulfilment of the

School’s aims and ethos.”

“Parents felt that the School’s staff treat their children as individuals and keep them safe.”

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www.sherborne-international.org

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SHERBORNE INTERNATIONAL, NEWELL GRANGE, SHERBORNE, DORSET DT9 4EZ, UK Tel: (UK) 01935 814743 • (International) 44-1935 814743 Fax: (UK) 01935 816863 • (International) 44-1935 816863 E-mail: reception@sherborne-international.org • Website: http://www.sherborne-international.org Sherborne School is a registered Charity No. 1081228.