HMSG is very gratified to receive this endorsement from the Estyn Inspection.

Our ethos emphasises the role of the individual as a unique being with gifts and talents to share and we are delighted to read that the inspectors’ report corroborates this by grading behaviour and attitudes as outstanding, praising mature responses to leadership roles and identifying a strong sense of global citizenship.

The inspectors have appreciated the principles underpinning our teaching characterised by belief in enlightening, of opening minds and of providing enriching experiences.  They comment on the strong working relationships between pupils and teachers as fostering well-being and motivation to succeed.  The inspectors also identify personal and social development of pupils as outstanding, nurtured by a high level of trust between pupils and staff.  The position of Inglefield House is duly recognised in our educational provision.

The inspectors indicate evidence of excellent learning experiences, both inside and outside the classroom, contributing to pupils extremely high levels of academic achievements and preparation for the adult world.

The school is delighted to have passed all 107 regulations of compliance, many of which relate to health and safety and safeguarding of children.  This finding is corroborated by the findings of the Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales inspection of our boarding provision in May 2009.

We are grateful for the advice from the Estyn inspectors and by their agreement with our own identification of areas for improvement.  Their guidance has helped us to focus further on priorities.  In summary, we feel encouraged that, as a school already greater than the sum of its parts, we can now release its full potential.

Summary of the Inspection

For a summary of the Inspection in English, please click here:   English Summary (.pdf 133KB)

For a summary of the Inspection in Welsh, please click here:   Welsh Summary (.pdf 172KB)

For a link to the full report, please click here