It’s not where you begin but where you end up that matters. Our examination pass rates “are higher than the national average” and our teachers “demonstrate strong subject knowledge” and are “skilled in imparting information and ensuring students’ understanding of topics.” as quoted from our Independent Schools Inspectorate report.
Our Yearly London Brookes College inspection reports can be here.
Sandra Poulton
Assistant Principal (Sixth Form College)
MONITORING VISIT INSPECTION REPORT – HIGHLIGHTS – MARCH 2025
THE QUALITY OF THE CURRICULUM, TEACHING AND LEARNERS’ ACHIEVEMENTS
- The quality of the curriculum, teaching and learners’ achievements is good. All Key Standards continue to be met.
- Course provision is good. A wide range of IGCSE and A level subjects are offered intensively or over a longer period, to meet students’ differing needs.
- Courses are well-matched to students’ ages, aptitudes and intended future destinations.
- The college has responded promptly to local demands and added additional subjects.
- LBC has a clearly expressed statement of educational purpose and students are well educated in accordance with its stated aims and objectives.
- The majority of students complete their programme of study at the college and progress to the university of their choice.
- Teachers use their good subject knowledge to plan appropriate lessons using a range of activities.
- Students appreciate the support given to them by their teachers in small classes and this enables them to feel safe and develop in confidence. The large majority of students make good progress in lessons.
- Students study within a mutually respectful environment that promotes tolerance, British Values and does not discriminate against students with any protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
- Teachers assess students’ progress regularly through end of topic, mid and end of term tests.
- Students receive constructive feedback from their teachers, which helps them to improve.
- Additional help is provided for students who are not achieving at the level that their teachers expect from them.
- The large majority of students make good progress over time and attain the grades they require for university entrance.
STUDENTS’ WELFARE, INCLUDING HEALTH AND SAFETY
- LBC has appropriate arrangements in place to ensure the health and safety of students and staff.
- The premises are fit for purpose, well-maintained and provide a safe and comfortable learning environment for students.
- LBC has a suitable policy setting out arrangements for the protection of students under the age of 18. Students feel safe in the college, know who to go to if they have a problem and feel confident that their concerns will be addressed.
- Staff and students receive appropriate training on health and safety during induction.
- Students’ views on health, safety and facilities are sought and actions taken to address issues.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF GOVERNANCE, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
- Management structures and responsibilities are good. Management roles and responsibilities are understood by staff. Appropriate polices are provided and implemented.
- Leaders and managers provide clear educational direction and have maintained a good standard of education for students
