New College Worcester (NMSS)

A not judged non-maintained special school school in Worcestershire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for New College Worcester (NMSS).

Worcester, WR52JX Ofsted: Not Judged Age 11-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

50

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
Raw: Not Judged

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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

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
19 November 2024
Previous grade
Inadequate
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
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
Whittington Road
Worcester, WR52JX
Website
ncw.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
117064
Type
Non-maintained special school
Phase
Special
Address
Whittington Road, Worcester, WR5 2JX
Age range
11-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
96 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
72
Free School Meals
36.8% (26 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (72 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
70.3%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
50.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Progress 8:
0.15 (+0.3 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
4 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
8
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
72 pupils
11-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Inspiring, nurturing and empowering young people with a vision impairment."

Academic focus for students with a vision impairment VI specialist curriculum delivered by expert teachers Waking Day curriculum – learning doesn’t stop at the end of the school day Very small class sizes Ethos which puts students first Robust safeguarding environment Increased student employability through academic achievement and social skills High aspirations for every person Outreach Service offering training and advice to mainstream settings Transcription service to personalise learning materials

Facilities

Swimming pool Fitness facilities / multigym Residential accommodation (Vinchel Lodge and two junior houses)

Curriculum Highlights

Multisensory, accessible curriculum for VI learners GCSEs plus level 1/2 BTECs, Entry level qualifications and ASDAN VI-specific curriculum with metacognition focus IT and Independent Living Skills (ILS) taught in core Examinations support including readers and scribes and modified papers Enrichment focusing on transition to workplace and higher education

Wraparound Care

A 'Waking Day' curriculum – learning doesn’t stop at the end of the school day.

SEND Provision

Tailored VI-focused curriculum with support for additional SEND; Local Authority funding typically covers placements; private funding accepted.

Admissions Criteria

The criteria for acceptance at NCW are: Have vision impairment as their primary SEN, with or without additional SEND; be capable of learning through the National Curriculum and following courses leading to recognised qualifications; have the potential to contribute to and benefit from being part of a social group.

Financial Information

In the UK, fees are largely met by Local Authorities; NCW also accepts privately funded students.

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