Kelford School

A good academy special converter school in Rotherham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Kelford School.

Rotherham, S612NU 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 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
Oakdale Road
Kimberworth
Rotherham, S612NU

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
142797
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Special
Address
Oakdale Road, Kimberworth, Rotherham, S61 2NU
Age range
2-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
NEXUS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
165 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
144
Free School Meals
56.0% (81 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (144 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
87.6%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
29.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

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
144 pupils
2-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Be proud; be the best you can be"

Pupil Voice Respect Independence Dignity Entitlement

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Kelford School. We hope your visit gives you a greater insight into our fabulous school and our learning offer.

Curriculum Highlights

Bespoke curriculum tailored to meet a wide range of needs; builds knowledge and life skills. Personalised learning focused on life skills and independence, guided by the PRIDE values.

Admissions Criteria

All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan; admissions via EHC statutory assessment or information gathered at an annual review; allocation decided by the Statutory Special Educational Needs Panel.

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