Swiss Cottage School - Development & Research Centre
| Type | Special School |
| Age Range | 4-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 80 Avenue Road London NW8 6HX |
| Phone | 02076818080 |
| Reference Number | 100096 |
Description
betaSwiss Cottage School - Development & Research Centre is a special state school located in Camden, London, at 80 Avenue Road, NW8 6HX. The school is focused on children with special educational needs (SEN), offering a comprehensive education for pupils aged 4 to 19, including those with complex learning, communication, and physical difficulties. The school is mixed gender, maintains an average pupil size, and has been rated 'Outstanding' by the Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted) in their latest inspection.
Swiss Cottage School is part of the Camden Local Education Authority, and its headteacher is Mrs Vijita Patel. The school does not have boarding facilities, and religious beliefs do not apply. The development and research centre aims to empower educators and families to collaborate as equal partners in creating an inclusive environment that nurtures and inspires pupils to thrive. The school's core values, 'Inclusive, Nurturing, Inspiring,' were decided upon by families and staff, solidifying the community's response to challenges faced together. Additionally, Swiss Cottage School is listed in Ofsted's 'Hall of Fame' and is a Champion Investors in People.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 261 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 75.48%
Girls: 24.52% |
Year Groups
| Year | Number of pupils |
|---|---|
| 1 | 6 |
| 2 | 19 |
| 3 | 24 |
| 4 | 23 |
| 5 | 27 |
| 6 | 17 |
| 7 | 24 |
| 8 | 19 |
| 9 | 22 |
| 10 | 19 |
| 11 | 15 |
| 12 | 12 |
| 13 | 12 |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Inspection Date | 2023-05-19 |
| Date | Description | Report |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-03-21 | School inspection | School inspection |
| 2017-05-03 | Short inspection | Short inspection |
| 2014-01-29 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2011-07-05 | Curriculum and development visit | Curriculum and development visit |
| 2010-03-11 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2008-11-13 | Curriculum and development visit | Curriculum and development visit |
| 2007-02-07 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2002-12-02 | Full inspection | Full inspection |
Progress Scores
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -8.7 | Upgrade | Upgrade |
| Writing | -7.5 | Upgrade | Upgrade |
| Maths | -8.3 | Upgrade | Upgrade |
How many students meet the standards
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