Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 4 Wollstonecraft Street Kings Cross London N1C 4BT |
| Phone | 02073917040 |
| Reference Number | 100091 |
Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children continues to demonstrate outstanding performance, being a beacon of bilingualism and deaf pride. The school's commitment to providing an inspiring environment for both deaf and hearing pupils has nurtured an atmosphere where students thrive and feel safe. Parents express immense satisfaction, noting significant improvements in their children's lives due to the school's culture and educational approach. The dedicated staff not only excel in teaching British Sign Language and English in parallel but also ensure that the unique needs of deaf pupils are prioritized, facilitating their personal and academic growth.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 35 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 45.71%
Girls: 54.29% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 42.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | 5 | 5 |
| 2 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| 3 | 4 | Unknown | 4 |
| 4 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 5 | Unknown | 6 | 6 |
| 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 22.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 17.1% |
| White, Other | 14.3% |
| African | 11.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 8.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 5.7% |
| Caribbean | 5.7% |
| Indian | 2.9% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 10 May 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 May 2023 | School inspection |
| 21 Mar 2017 | Short inspection |
| 25 Jun 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Jan 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 11 Feb 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Feb 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Jan 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils feel proud of their deaf identity and culture.
- Exemplary behavior and a calm environment for learning.
- Effective use of technology to support communication.
- Commitment to personal development opportunities.
- Strong emphasis on deaf studies and cultural awareness.
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