Elms Bank

A outstanding academy special converter school in Bury. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Elms Bank.

Bury, M458PJ Ofsted: Outstanding Age 11-19 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

How we weight each phase

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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
13 September 2023
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Ripon Avenue
Whitefield
Bury, M458PJ
Phone
1617661597
Website
elmsbank.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
146891
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Special
Address
Ripon Avenue, Whitefield, Bury, M45 8PJ
Website
www.elmsbank.co.uk
Age range
11-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
OAK LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
221 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
338
Free School Meals
49.6% (168 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (338 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
88.5%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
34.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
19 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
38
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
338 pupils
11-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Excellence for All"

Excellence for All family and community integrity compassion

Head Teacher's Message

Acting Headteacher welcomes visitors to Elms Bank, emphasising a vibrant, inclusive school where every pupil is known, valued and supported to do their best. The vision of Excellence for All guides a broad, meaningful curriculum with specialist pathways, real-life experiences and internships, underpinned by strong staff teamwork and family partnerships.

Facilities

Specialist provision department for autistic spectrum disorder and sensory processing disorder Hydrotherapy pool Fully equipped sports hall (with climbing wall and trampolines) Multi-use games area Outside gym equipment area Full-sized football pitch Sensory integration room Sensory light rooms Sensory garden Elms Bank Bistro Extended Services (clubs, residential activities and weekend events) College facilities including a hair and beauty salon, gym and hospitality kitchen Community Flat for independent living skills College sporting facilities (gym, multi-use hall, grass area) Private bathroom areas and accessible classrooms in the college College sensory room Garden with accessible planters College Bistro Supported internships (Internships) Outdoor gym and play area

Curriculum Highlights

Six personalised pathways: Inspire, Explore, Nurture, Discover, Connect and Thrive Curriculum themes: Core, Creative, Wellbeing and Life and Living Skills

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