Alderwasley Hall School

A other independent special school school in Derbyshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Alderwasley Hall School.

Derbyshire, DE562SR Age 5-20 Mixed intake
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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%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
Higg Lane
Alderwasley
Derbyshire, DE562SR

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
113021
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Special
Address
Higg Lane, Alderwasley, Derbyshire, DE56 2SR
Age range
5-20
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Capacity
138 pupils
Setting
Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
121
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (121 pupils)

Calculated Fields

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size
4 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
8
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
121 pupils
5-20

From the School Website

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Giving students a sense of belonging Developing a sense of productivity Promoting emotional and physical wellbeing

Head Teacher's Message

Bernardo Vega, Head Teacher, emphasises over 30 years of expertise in autism and developmental language disorder, a large team of therapists including mental health practitioners, and the school’s ethos of Unconditional Positive Regard and fulfilment in life; he highlights highly personalised, creatively designed programmes and a strong pastoral system, inviting visitors to see the difference the school can make.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Tennis Squash/Badminton

Facilities

Tennis courts Squash/Badminton courts Horticulture area Art and Design suite Life skills residential cottage Science laboratories Technology and music suites Swimming pool Climbing wall Sensory Integration rooms Gym and fitness suite

Curriculum Highlights

Based on the National Curriculum; adapted to meet individual needs with therapies integrated throughout Specialist Literacy and Numeracy Intervention available Curriculum designed for Primary, Secondary and Post-16 progression Secondary phase with GCSEs and Functional Skills Post-16 phase with vocational qualifications and life skills programmes Outstanding status (as per Ofsted) on curriculum and outcomes

SEND Provision

On-site comprehensive therapy service with Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Mental Health Practitioners integrated into the curriculum; Health Promotions Team oversees healthcare planning and medication management; Student Wellbeing Officer available throughout the day; school dog Bramble supports wellbeing.

Admissions Criteria

Offers day and flexible 38 to 52-week residential placements. An assessment process usually takes two to four days. Local authority referrals are used; a placement depends on support from the local authority. A child doesn’t need specific qualifications to get a place; accepts children and young people from all backgrounds, from across the UK and abroad.

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