Hednesford Valley High School

A good community special school school in Staffordshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Hednesford Valley High School.

Hednesford, WS124JS Ofsted: Good Age 11-19 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
17 September 2014
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
Stanley Road
Hednesford, WS124JS

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
124508
Type
Community special school
Phase
Special
Address
Stanley Road, Hednesford, WS12 4JS
Age range
11-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
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
194
Free School Meals
52.3% (101 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (194 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
89.8%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
31.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
11 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
22
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
194 pupils
11-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Ready to Learn - Ready for Life"

Teamwork Respect Independence Confidence Kindness

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Mr Stephen Stokes describes HVH as a 'Good' school where students and staff are valued and inspired. The mission is 'Ready to Learn - Ready for Life', with a focus on SEND provision, evidence-based teaching, and a curriculum tailored to individual needs.

Extracurriculars

Sports

basketball cricket football rounders table tennis athletics gymnastics

Curriculum Highlights

HVH 3 R’s Teaching Strategy Forest School / Outdoor Learning Read Write Inc. (phonics) Duke of Edinburgh Award added to Curriculum Vocational subjects with links to Wolverhampton VT Centre and South Staffordshire College Work Experience opportunities in KS4 and KS5

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club and After School Clubs

Admissions Criteria

In-Year admissions decisions depend on class allocation and capacity; suitability of the child for age, ability, aptitude or SEN; and whether admission would be compatible with the efficient education of other children and with available resources. Sixth Form admissions require Year 11 to complete an application and attend an interview; the placement is reviewed for behaviour and attendance and may be revoked if behaviour or attendance does not meet expectations.

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