The Pines Special School

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Performance Score

Overall school rating

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome

75.0

/ 100 normalized

Weight: 100.0%

Raw: Good

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Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

Progress 8 score 40.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

Progress 8 score 25.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score 20.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
Continue in education or training 20.0%
Sustained employment 20.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training 40.0%
Sustained employment 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good

Overall effectiveness: Good
Last inspected: 9 July 2019
Previous grade: Outstanding
Quality of education: 9
Behaviour & attitudes: 9
Personal development: 9
Leadership & management: Good
Safeguarding: Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS

Address: Marsh Hill

Birmingham, B237EY
Phone: 1214646136
Website: thepinesspecialschool.com

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 103622
Type: Foundation special school
Phase: Special
Address: Marsh Hill, Birmingham, B23 7EY
Website: http://www.thepinesspecialschool.com
Age range: 3-16
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Does not apply
School status: Open
Trust/MAT: Birmingham Special Schools Trust
Capacity: 270 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: No
Nursery: No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 280
Free School Meals: 50.7% (142 pupils)
Special Educational Needs: 100.0% (280 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate: 89.9%; Needs improvement
Persistent Absence: 25.0%; Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 10 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 20; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 280 pupils; 3-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Protect Inspire Nurture Embrace Succeed

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Headteacher Wayne Tulloch. The Pines is an all-age ASC-specific school for pupils aged 3–16. Core values are Protect, Inspire, Nurture, Embrace and Succeed. The headteacher highlights an inclusive community, ambitious curriculum pathways, and opportunities for growth for every pupil.

Facilities

Separate dining hall PE room Food technology rooms State-of-the-art sensory studio Speech and Language therapy space Occupational therapy space Music therapy space Forest School woodland The Pines Allotment The Pines Radio Station

Curriculum Highlights

All-age ASC specific curriculum for ages 3-16 Two distinct pathways: Extended and Main Curriculum Curriculum focuses on language and communication skills British Values integrated across the curriculum Comprehensive SEND supports including Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Music Therapy Forest School and outdoor learning

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: No After-School Care: No

Admissions Criteria

Placements are allocated by Birmingham SENAR Services based on a diagnosed Autism Spectrum Condition, usually with additional complex learning, social, and emotional needs; all pupils have a Statement of SEN and an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Admission is processed through the EHCP pathway and not directly by the school.