ISI Reports

“Pupils are motivated by the well-planned curriculum that focuses on academic subjects, such as English, mathematics, science and humanities, as well as emphasising creativity and problem-solving. The breadth of opportunity leads pupils to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding across a range of areas.”

In March 2025, we were visited by the Independent Schools’ Inspectorate (ISI) which was conducted under the ISI’s new framework. A significant change in the framework is that independent schools no longer receive a single-word judgement or result such as ‘outstanding’ or ‘excellent’ to describe the outcome of the inspection. The report will more simply state if standards were ‘met’ or ‘unmet’.

You will see from our inspection report summary that there are substantial remarks that speak to the success of The Mall School as being a safe, industrious and caring environment, where relationships are at the core of our focus. It is clear from the report that staff and pupils alike enjoy the bustle and energy in the school to develop themselves and thrive.

“Pupils discuss and start to examine their aspirations for the future and to think about the personal qualities required to achieve their goals.”

Congratulations from the headmaster

Our headmaster congratulated the whole school community: “I would like to extend my thanks to the excellent staff at The Mall for their ongoing commitment to giving all the pupils the best possible experience, and also to the pupils and their parents for being part of such a fantastic and supportive community, all of which has contributed to achieving this inspection outcome.”

To read the full report, or any from previous years, please click on the links below: