ISI Inspection Reports

Loughborough Amherst School is regularly inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). This is the body approved by the Department of Education for the purpose of inspecting schools belonging to Independent Schools Council (ISC) Associations and reporting on compliance with independent school regulations. ISI inspections are also carried out under arrangements of the ISC Associations for the maintenance and improvement of the quality of their membership.

In 2023, the ISI released its new framework for inspection. Rather than giving an overall judgement such as ‘good’ or ‘excellent,’ as the framework previously awarded, it now focuses on nuanced reporting in the following specific areas:

  • Leadership, management and governance
  • Pupils’ education, training and recreation
  • Pupils’ physical and mental health and wellbeing
  • Pupils’ social and economic wellbeing and contribution to society
  • Safeguarding

 

Summary of the ISI Inspection Report 2024

A team of inspectors from the Independent Schools Inspectorate spent over two days examining every aspect of school life at the Amherst School. Please read our latest ISI Inspection Report.

A focus on the quality and consistency of teaching by leaders has led to improved pupil progress in lessons and improvements in the grades pupils achieve at GCSE. This focus to improve the quality of teaching is a significant strength of the school.

Leaders know their pupils very well and ensure that the provision meets their individual needs well overall

Leaders listen to the voice of pupils. This fosters a sense of belonging, positive attitudes to learning and respectful behaviour

Pupils mix well with each other and with pupils from other schools they meet during cross-foundation activities.

Pupils feel safe and happy at school and understand how to stay safe online.

 

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Good Schools Guide 2024

Alongside the Independent Schools Inspectorate’s ‘Excellent’ descriptor of the quality of its pupils’ personal development, Loughborough Amherst School has been recognised by independent reviewers for its small class sizes, ‘village school feel,’ and nurturing environment.

The 2024 review of Loughborough Amherst School by the Good Schools Guide gives a real insight to the academic and pastoral excellence on offer at the School. Read the full review here.

"We marvelled at its petite, picture postcard perfection on a pretty plot. It feels like ‘a village school – that’s its appeal’ say parents who are delighted with this nurturing environment where staff really know each pupil and can tailor their education accordingly."

Good Schools Guide 2024