Tockington Celebrates latest ISI Inspection Report

We are delighted to share the outcome of our recent inspection from the ISI, the Independent Schools Inspectorate.

Following a three-day visit in March 2026, the inspectors judged that Tockington Manor School and Nursery meets all the necessary standards across categories, including leadership and management, quality of education, and safeguarding.

Leaders create a caring environment which encourages pupils to be relaxed and happy.

ISI School Inspection Report: Tockington Manor School 3-5 March 2026

A Report that Reflects our School Values

The report observes that our pupils are “curious and self-motivated learners” who “articulate their ideas eloquently and listen attentively”. It also notes that our curriculum is “thoughtfully designed to ensure that pupils develop appropriate skills and knowledge”. Regarding our school culture, the report states that “Positive relationships with staff reassure pupils that any concerns raised will be quickly addressed”.

Key Quotes from the Report

The ISI commended the School in all categories, most notably:

• Leadership: “Leaders create a caring environment which encourages pupils to be relaxed and happy.”
• Education: “Teachers’ expert subject knowledge, high expectations and use of motivating activities engage pupils’ interest. Pupils make good progress. They are independent and focused learners who participate in class discussions with considered responses.”
• Pupils’ Physical and Mental Health: “Certificates for politeness, sportsmanship assemblies and an emphasis on kindness starting from Nursery help to establish a culture of considerate behavior. Pupils are courteous, well-behaved and considerate of others’ needs.”
• Pupils’ Social and Economic Education: “A range of leadership roles helps pupils to understand their wider responsibilities to others. Pupils respond maturely to the roles entrusted to them, including as drama captains and heads of sport. Older pupils act as effective role models, reading with children in the early years and helping to coach younger pupils in netball.”
• Safeguarding: “Pupils develop a clear understanding of how to keep themselves safe online, both in school and at home. They explain confidently how to change settings to protect their privacy and understand the importance of parental controls. Regular online safety assemblies help to raise pupils’ awareness of the potential risks associated with internet use.

Following ISI guidance, the full report is available at the top of our inspection reports list here to help parents form an informed picture of our school provision.

Highlights from the Report

• Specialist Education: The report highlights the ‘Pathway Programme’ in Years 7 and 8, which offers specialist tuition to support scholarship applications.
• Academic Progress: Teachers are noted for "expert subject knowledge" and "high expectations," with pupils described as "independent and focused learners".
• Physical Education: The school provides a "comprehensive physical education programme" where pupils have daily access to different sports.
• Early Years Provision: In the early years, children "grow in confidence and independence," particularly in social interaction and language development.
• Community and Conduct: The report finds pupils to be "polite, well-behaved and respectful," supported by positive relationships with staff.

Come and Find out for Yourself!

We offer private tours during term time and Open Days twice a year in May and September. If you would like to discover what makes our School and Nursery so special, please visit our Admissions page to book your appointment. We look forward to welcoming you.

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