Paragraph 5 Premises of and accommodation at schools

the water supply meets the requirements of the Education (School Premises) Regulations 1999^f1;

there is an adequate drainage system for hygienic purposes and the disposal of waste water and surface water;

each load bearing structure complies with the Education (School Premises) Regulations 1999;

the school has adequate security arrangements for the grounds and buildings;

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

the school buildings provide reasonable resistance to penetration by rain, snow, wind and moisture from the ground;

there is sufficient access so that emergency evacuations can be accomplished safely for all pupils, including those with special needs;

access to the school allows all pupils, including those with special needs, to enter and leave the school in safety and comfort;

the premises have not been condemned by the Environmental Health Authority;

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

there are sufficient washrooms for staff and pupils, including facilities for pupils with special needs, taking account of the Education (School Premises) Regulations 1999;

there are appropriate facilities for pupils who are ill in accordance with the Education (School Premises) Regulations 1999;

where food is served, there are adequate facilities for its hygienic preparation, serving and consumption;

classrooms and other parts of the school are maintained in a tidy, clean and hygienic state;

sound insulation and acoustics allow effective teaching and communication;

lighting, heating and ventilation in classrooms and other parts of the school are satisfactory in accordance with the Education (School Premises) Regulations 1999;

there is a satisfactory standard and adequate maintenance of decoration;

the furniture and fittings are appropriately designed for the age and needs (including any special needs) of all pupils registered at the school;

there is appropriate flooring in good condition;

there are appropriate arrangements for providing outside space for pupils to play safely; and

where the school provides accommodation, it has regard to Standards 40-52 of the National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools or, where applicable, Standards 23-26 of the National Minimum Standards for Residential Special Schools.