Alt Bridge 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: 11 October 2023
Previous grade: Outstanding
Quality of education: Good
Behaviour & attitudes: Good
Personal development: Outstanding
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: Wellcroft Road

Huyton

Liverpool, L367TA
Phone: 1514778310
Website: altbridgeschool.com

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 104498
Type: Community special school
Phase: Special
Address: Wellcroft Road, Huyton, Liverpool, L36 7TA
Website: www.altbridgeschool.com
Age range: 11-19
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Does not apply
School status: Open
Capacity: 230 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: Yes
Nursery: No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 285
Free School Meals: 66.1% (188 pupils)
Special Educational Needs: 100.0% (285 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate: 88.7%; Needs improvement
Persistent Absence: 37.6%; Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 16 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 32; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 285 pupils; 11-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"A Bridge to Success"

Inclusion is a lived experience Belonging, being understood and supported to grow Strong relationships between staff and pupils Pastoral care is exempl ary Partnership with parents and carers Developing independence Nurturing positive wellbeing Respect for diversity Preparing pupils for life beyond school Designated setting for learners with Autism

Head Teacher's Message

Alt Bridge School is a thriving specialist provision in Knowsley for students aged 11 to 19, designated for learners with Autism and with moderate or specific learning difficulties. The ethos focuses on strong relationships, independence, wellbeing, and partnership with parents and carers, supported by a curriculum of meaningful experiences to prepare pupils for life beyond school; Ofsted noted exemplary pastoral care and that pupils feel happy and safe.

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum enriched with meaningful experiences Building secure foundations in communication Core skills Personal independence Respect for diversity