Lubavitch House School (Senior Girls)

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 13 September 2022

Pupils described life at this school as like being part of a family where everyone knows each other. Leaders have established a culture of care that is modelled by adults and practised by pupils. Pupils are encouraged to be curious about the world, ask questions and express themselves with clarity and confidence. Behaviour is generally calm and allows everyone to learn. Older pupils actively support those in younger classes. They also take responsibility for planning and organising special events, such as staging the annual performance. Working relationships between staff and pupils are warm and respectful. Instances of bullying are rare. Pupils know that they can report any concerns they may have. Teachers deal with these issues quickly and effectively. This helps to ensure that pupils are kept safe and feel safe. Pupils enjoy their studies. The curriculum is generally well designed and ambitious. Students in the sixth form can now access a wider range of courses and qualifications. In most subjects, pupils typically increase their understanding effectively. Their teachers have high expectations. However, pupils' learning in a few subjects is not as carefully considered. In these subjects, pupils do not develop deep knowledge over time.

What the school should improve

• Leaders have not considered the curriculum in music and design and technology in as much depth as other subjects. As a result, pupils do not develop a detailed knowledge and understanding in these subjects. Leaders should identify the important ideas and concepts that pupils need to learn. These should be sequenced carefully so that pupils are able to learn and remember more over time.

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