Ashmount School

A outstanding community special school school in Leicestershire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Ashmount School.

Loughborough, LE114SQ Ofsted: Outstanding Age 4-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

100

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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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

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
27 March 2014
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Thorpe Hill
Loughborough, LE114SQ
Phone
1509268506
Website
ashmount.leics.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
120352
Type
Community special school
Phase
Special
Address
Thorpe Hill, Loughborough, LE11 4SQ
Website
http://www.ashmount.leics.sch.uk
Age range
4-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
168 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
204
Free School Meals
42.8% (87 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (204 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
88.8%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
30.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
6 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
13
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
204 pupils
4-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Headteacher David Deacon. Ashmount is a special school for pupils aged 4–19 with a range of special educational needs. The school moved to a brand new building on the Charnwood College campus in January 2014, with access to facilities such as a heated swimming pool, multi-sensory and soft play rooms, dedicated art, music and cookery rooms and extensive playgrounds. The school emphasizes a broad curriculum and extracurricular activities to develop independence and social skills, with evidence of strong personal progress for pupils.

Facilities

Cookery room Multisensory room Swimming pool (1 metre deep, warm) with dual hoisting facilities Large hall for gymnastics, PE, assemblies and dining Flat tarmac playgrounds with equipment Sensory garden Gardens Cycle track Medical room Soft play area Computers and interactive whiteboards in all class areas Library Parents room Therapy room Music room Conference room Meeting rooms and offices Three minibuses ( wheelchair accessible) and a people carrier

Curriculum Highlights

Phonics is taught across the school using the Jolly Phonics and Read Write Inc. schemes to meet the needs of all pupils. A personalised Maths Curriculum that is repetitive yet varied to develop mastery. A broad range of computing activities to support Maths, including interactive whiteboards, touch screens, switches and software. Early Years Maths experienced through creative play and discovery. Students in KS1–KS3 are grouped by age and ability to provide targeted support and resources for developing basic numeracy skills. KS4/5 progress is demonstrated through practical applications in the wider community (e.g., visits to shops, using timetables, planning meals). Progress is shared with parents via the Tapestry online Learning Journey.

SEND Provision

Ashmount provides a total communication environment using speech, objects of reference, body signs, photographs, Makaton signing, Widgit symbols and information and communication technology (speech output devices). A Speech and Language Therapist visits the school two days a week. A Lead Communication Mentor is provided across the school, with an additional teacher appointed to meet needs of AAC users. TAC PAC (tactile assisted communication) and other communication strategies are employed; a variety of supports including withdrawal sessions are used to aid pupils' communication.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are through an Education, Health and Care Plan or for assessment. Pupils will be admitted from Loughborough and surrounding areas as directed by the Special Education Needs Assessment Service at County Hall. Parents should contact Leicestershire County Council to find out about admission and appeal arrangements.

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