The Independent School Standards (Wales) Regulations 2024

27.  The standard in this paragraph is met if the proprietor ensures that—

(a) the water supply meets the requirements of the school premises regulations,

(b) there is an adequate drainage system for hygienic purposes and the disposal of waste water and surface water,

(c) each load bearing structure is satisfactory in accordance with the school premises regulations,

(d) the independent school has effective security arrangements for the grounds and building,

(e) premises which are used for another purpose other than conducting the independent school are organised to ensure that the health, safety and welfare of pupils are safeguarded and their education is not interrupted by other users,

(f) the independent school buildings provide reasonable resistance to penetration by rain, snow, wind and moisture from the ground,

(g) there is sufficient access so that emergency evacuations can be accomplished safely for all pupils, particularly those with special requirements,

(h) access to the independent school allows all pupils including those with special requirements, to enter and leave the independent school in safety and comfort,

(i) the premises and boarding accommodation are not in such a state as to be prejudicial to health or a nuisance,

(j) having regard to the number, age and needs (including any special requirements) of pupils, classrooms are appropriate in size to allow effective teaching and do not compromise health and safety,

(k) there are sufficient washrooms for staff and pupils, including facilities for pupils with special requirements, taking account of the school premises regulations,

(l) there are appropriate facilities for pupils who are ill in accordance with the school premises regulations,

(m) where food and drink is served, there are adequate facilities for its hygienic preparation, service and consumption,

(n) classrooms and other parts of the independent school are maintained in a tidy, clean and hygienic state,

(o) sound insulation and acoustics allow effective teaching and communication,

(p) lighting, heating and ventilation in classrooms and other parts of the independent school are satisfactory in accordance with the school premises regulations,

(q) there is a satisfactory standard and adequate maintenance of decoration,

(r) the furniture and fittings are appropriately designed for the age and requirements (including any special requirements) of all registered pupils at the independent school,

(s) there is appropriate flooring in good condition,

(t) there are appropriate arrangements for providing outside space for all pupils to play safely (including pupils with any special requirements),

(u) where boarding accommodation is provided, it has regard to the National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools or, where applicable; the National Minimum Standards for Residential Special Schools, and

(v) there is an accessibility plan prepared and reviewed in accordance with the requirements of section 88 of and Schedule 1 to the 2010 Act.