Woodlands School

A good foundation special school school in Plymouth. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Woodlands School.

Plymouth, PL65ES Ofsted: Good Age 2-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

75

/ 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
3 December 2013
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Woodview Learning Community
Picklecombe Drive
Plymouth, PL65ES
Phone
1752300101
Website
woodlands.plymouth.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
113644
Type
Foundation special school
Phase
Special
Address
Woodview Learning Community, Picklecombe Drive, Plymouth, PL6 5ES
Website
www.woodlands.plymouth.sch.uk
Age range
2-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
85 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
85
Free School Meals
30.6% (26 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (85 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
81.9%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
68.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
2 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
5
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
85 pupils
2-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Creating Empowered Lives"

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Andrea Hemmens describes Woodlands as a foundation school for nearly 100 children aged 2–19 with complex physical and sensory difficulties. The message emphasizes an inclusive, empowering approach to learning, strong linkages with NHS and other partners to support health and development, and a commitment to helping pupils achieve independence and pursue fulfilling life outcomes.

Facilities

State-of-the-art school facility in Whitleigh, Plymouth On-site school pool used for hydrotherapy Assistive Technology room for learning and communication

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