Top Ofsted marks for Charedi school in Gateshead

The school had previously been rated outstanding but dropped to “good” three years ago. Now it has reclaimed the top inspection grade — overall grades are still awarded to independent schools but not state schools.

Pupil behaviour is “exceptional” and their attendance “very impressive”. Pupils “thrive Pupils thrive on known structures for learning, clear instructions and kind, caring interactions with staff.”

The preparing for adulthood curricu lum was used “exceptionally well”, Ofsted noted.

Respect and other fundamental British values are interwoven through all aspects of learning and activity in the school. Pupils learn about different faiths and cultures beyond their community through visits and visitors to the school.”

Haskel’s chair of governors Rabbi Avrohom Sugarman received an MBE in recognition of his educational work three years ago.