Policies
Jus'T'Learn Policies and Procedures have been inspected and approved by OFSTED, Quality Assurance Monitoring Teams from Local Authorities and Health & Safety Auditors. For details on school policies please click on the appropriate links. Should you require any further information, please email the school at info@justlearn.org.uk.
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1) 2022-2023 External Examination Outcomes
External Examination Outcomes for 2022-2023. |
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2) 2023-2024 Term Dates
Just Learn Independent School Term Dates for 2023-2024. |
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3) Summer 2022 Student Outcomes
Academic Year 2021-2022 Outcomes. |
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4) Aims and Ethos - September 2023
Just Learn is an Independent School for students aged between 11 to 16. We are an alternative provision provider facilitating a broad, balanced and tailored curriculum for learners who are not in mainstream education, have special educational needs, need a smaller more nurturing setting or have an EHCP. |
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Accessibility Plan - September 2023
Schools are required under the Equality Act 2010 to have an accessibility plan. The purpose of the plan is to: Our school aims to treat all its pupils fairly and with respect. This involves providing access and opportunities for all pupils without discrimination of any kind. |
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Admissions Policy - September 2023
This policy aims to: |
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Anti-Bullying Policy - September 2023
Our school is committed to providing a caring and safe environment for all students so that they can learn in a secure atmosphere. Bullying of any kind is unacceptable in our school. If bullying does occur, all students should feel able to tell and know that incidents will be dealt with promptly and effectively. Anyone who knows that bullying is happening is expected to inform school staff. |
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Assessment & Marking Policy - September 2023
Aims of the policy:
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Attendance Policy - September 2023
We are committed to meeting our obligations with regards to school attendance by: |
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Behaviour and Sanctions Policy - September 2023
This policy aims to:
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Board of Trustees Statement - September 2023
Attached is our statement from our Board of Trustees.
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Careers Plan - September 2023
Employer engagement - Work Experience and Work Shadowing We value our students experiencing the world of work and recognise the importance of young people engaging with employers. This includes mock interviews in Year 11, work experience in Year 10 and industry visits, assemblies and tutor group activities from Years 7 - 9. |
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Complaints Procedure - September 2023
Our school aims to meet its statutory obligations when responding to complaints from parents of pupils at the school, and others. |
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Curriculum Policy - September 2023
Just Learn’s vision and strategic direction of education focuses on a holistic approach to learning which is broader than examination results and targets as well as recognises the provisions’ role in developing responsible citizens and an effective workforce over time. This includes personalising learning: Personal Development Plans and Individual Learning Plans, supported by Care Plans. Young people receive bespoke support and guidance to meet their very often complex needs. All young people are allocated a key worker who is available to discuss their various social and academic options. |
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Cyber Bullying - Advice for Parents
This advice is for parents and carers about cyberbullying. It provides advice and information about how they can protect their child from cyberbullying and how to tackle it if it happens. |
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Data Protection Policy - September 2023
Our school aims to ensure that all personal data collected about staff, pupils, parents and carers, governors, visitors and other individuals is collected, stored and processed in accordance with UK data protection law. This policy applies to all personal data, regardless of whether it is in paper or electronic format. |
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Distance / Remote Learning Policy - September 2023
As staff, we are committed to ensuring our students continue to learn at Just Learn. Whilst learning is important, the communities’ well-being is at the forefront. We understand that there may be times of illness, caring for the vulnerable and caring for others within the home, and this must be the priority for the community. However, we will endeavour to support our learners at this time and continue to learn and grow by provide distance / remote learning.
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Equal Opportunities Policy - September 2023
Jus'T'Learn’s ‘Ethos & Aims’ statement values the individuality of all of our students. We are committed to giving all our children every opportunity to achieve the highest of standards. We do this by taking account of students’ varied experiences, abilities and needs. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum, and have high expectations of all children. The achievements, attitudes and well-being of all our children matter. |
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Equal Opportunity Objectives - September 2023
To be read in conjunction with Just Learns Equal Opportunities Policy.
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E-Safety Policy - September 2023
ICT can offer many positive educational and social benefits to young people, but unfortunately there are some dangers. Some young people may find themselves involved in activities which are inappropriate, or possibly illegal. Some of the issues and risks are summarised below. |
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Exclusions Policy Statement - September 2023
Exclusion Process As a last resort the school will consider the appropriateness of excluding a learner. However, all other options will have been considered before this ultimate sanction is considered.
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First Aid Policy - September 2023
Jus‘T’Learn is committed to caring for, and protecting, the health, safety and welfare of its pupils, staff and visitors. |
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GDPR NOTICES - September 2023
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Established key principles of data privacy will remain relevant in the new Data Protection Legislation and there are a number of changes that will affect commercial arrangements, with both new and existing suppliers. April 2021 |
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General Information for Parents and Students
Welcome to Jus‘T’Learn Independent School, where together we want to support and become the recognised Alternative Provision School for all your learner needs. We will work together with our local schools in order to understand and fully support our partners.
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Health & Safety Policy - September 2023
1. AimsOur school aims to:
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Independent School Standards
Just Learn Independent School is Governed by the DfE Independent School Standards. |
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Medicine Policy - September 2023
The purpose of this policy is to ensure that any medicines administered within the school are done so in a safe and monitored environment. |
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OFSTED 1) Report November 2014
Ofsted Report - 19−21 November 2014 'The leadership and management have ensured that teaching and learning are good. Senior leaders have high expectations for what the students can achieve' Overall effectiveness - Good
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OFSTED 2) Report June 2018
Ofsted Report - 26 - 28 June 2018
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OFSTED 3) Report February 2019
Overall outcome: |
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OFSTED 4) Report July 2019
This is a Good school 2 to 4 July 2019 ◼ The proprietor and leaders have ensured that all the independent school standards are now met. They have successfully made significant improvements, so that all aspects of the school are now good. |
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OFSTED 5) Report - March 2022
What is it like to attend this school? Pupils enjoy being part of this small school. They like the family atmosphere. Many pupils have not had a good experience of education before arriving at Jus’T’Learn. The nurturing approach of leaders helps them to find their feet. Pupils appreciate being in small classes. They can concentrate better than they did in mainstream education. Leaders introduce pupils into the school gradually. Pupils have an induction day and a tour. This helps them to settle. Pupils grow in confidence. They get on well with teachers and can speak to them if they have any concerns. When there are behavioural concerns, mentors deal with these in a restorative way. The school is a calm environment overall. Pupils said bullying does not happen. They get on well with their peers. Pupils would feel confident about reporting any issues to school leaders. They know that staff would act straight away. Leaders help pupils to manage their emotions. |
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OFSTED 6) Report - April 2023
Additional Inspection |
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Out of Hours Contact
In the event of an emergency out of hours, please contact (see attachment). |
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Prevent Policy - September 2023
The Counter Terrorism & Security Act (2015) & the revised Prevent duty guidance updated on 01.04.2021 outlines the responsibility of the school in relation to the Prevent strategy. |
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Preventing and Tackling Bullying
DFE advice for parents/carers on preventing and tackling bullying. |
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Provider Access Policy - September 2023
This policy statement aims to set out our school’s arrangements for managing the access of education and training providers to students for the purpose of giving them information about their offer. It sets out: |
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PSHE / RSE Policy - September 2023
This policy is a working document, which provides guidance and information on all aspects of PSHCE (RSE) and aims to provide a secure framework within which staff can work. |
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Risk Assessment Policy - September 2023
The school aims to ensure that: |
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Safeguarding Policy - September 2023
Jus'T'Learn is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this committment. |
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SEN Policy - September 2023
Our SEN policy and information report aims to:
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Staff Code of Conduct Policy - September 2023
Code of Conduct and Guidelines for Safe Working Practices for the Protection of Children and Staff.
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Wellbeing Policy (Staff) - September 2023
This policy aims to: |
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Wellbeing Policy (Students) - September 2023
At Just Learn Independent School we work towards positive Emotional Health and Wellbeing in the whole of our school community for adults as well as children.
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Download 1) 2022-2023 External Examination Outcomes Policy