Business · 22 June 2026

Girls school 'puts pupils at risk', Ofsted finds

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Ofsted, the education watchdog, says Notre Dame RC school in Plymouth has an 'inappropriate culture' putting girls at significant harm. Inspectors visited in February after a complaint, finding leaders did not act quickly enough on allegations against adults. Many pupils said they would not report concerns, fearing they wouldn't be believed or action taken.

By BriefTea Editorial · 22 June 2026 at 8:22

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