A BRADFORD school where some pupils are "violent" and waste is frequently dumped on-site still requires improvement, according to Ofsted.

Prism Independent School, in Walker Drive, Girlington, has been unable to overcome its "health and safety weaknesses" following an inspection from the education watchdog on November 4.

The school operates on two sites that are a short walk away from each other - the main site, known as the ‘club’,  and the ‘farm’.

Courses in construction and land-based studies/animal care are held at the latter.

The report said: "Waste is dumped around the ‘club’ site by members of the public.

"Some of this waste is hazardous.

"During the inspection, substances for manufacturing Covid-19 vaccines were found scattered in large quantities over the school site.

"Leaders had not ensured that these hazardous substances were removed in a timely manner."

Approximately one-third of pupils at the special school have an education, health and care plan for Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs.

The report said pupils' behaviour had declined since Ofsted last visited in March this year. 

The latest report outlined how pupils had damaged parts of the site. This left hazards in classrooms and corridors, such as sharp edges around door frames.

Inspectors described the behaviour of some pupils as "aggressive and, at times, violent". 

The report said some pupils told the inspector they did not feel safe in the school because of the behaviour of fellow pupils. 

During the visit, pupils were seen chasing each other and slamming doors, the report said. 

"Staff do not have enough expertise in how to support and manage pupils when they are in crisis. They observe pupils’ behaviour rather than managing it," the watchdog added.

Inspectors said some pupils’ behaviour while waiting for taxis was dangerous at times.

They said the school's risk assessments were now compliant and bespoke to the school.

But, the report said: "Signing-in procedures for visitors to the school are not adhered to on the ‘club’ site.

"This means that members of the public can easily gain entry to this site. When staff encounter visitors for the first time, they do not routinely request proof of their identity."

Ofsted said the ‘farm’ site was well-maintained. The walkways were clear and and classrooms were well looked after.

However, the ‘club’ site was not maintained well enough. Damage, like holes in the walls, had not been repaired.

The Telegraph & Argus approached Prism Independent School for comment, but did not receive a response by the time of going to press.