Lancasterian School
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 3-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Elizabeth Slinger Road West Didsbury Manchester M20 2XA |
| Phone | 01614450123 |
| Reference Number | 105608 |
Lancasterian School has effectively maintained the high standards established in its previous inspection and provides an enriching and supportive environment for its pupils. The school excels in offering a nurturing atmosphere where students, all of whom have complex special educational needs and/or disabilities, feel valued and engaged in their learning. They achieve well from their varied starting points and participate in numerous activities that promote personal development, social skills, and emotional health. With strong relationships between staff and pupils, the school aims to prepare pupils for their futures, ensuring they have ample opportunities for work experience and personal growth. This inspection marks the first ungraded review since the school was last determined to be good in 2019, reflecting its ongoing commitment to quality education.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 187 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 66.84%
Girls: 33.16% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 71.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 43.3% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | 1 | 7 |
| 2 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| 4 | 13 | 3 | 16 |
| 5 | 8 | 4 | 12 |
| 6 | 10 | 7 | 17 |
| 7 | 13 | 6 | 19 |
| 8 | 8 | 6 | 14 |
| 9 | 21 | 16 | 37 |
| 10 | 13 | 7 | 20 |
| 11 | 19 | 6 | 25 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 26.7% |
| Pakistani | 17.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 13.9% |
| African | 10.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 4.3% |
| Unclassified | 4.3% |
| Indian | 3.7% |
| White, Other | 2.7% |
| Irish | 2.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.1% |
| Caribbean | 0.5% |
| Asian, Other | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 26 Nov 2024 | School inspection |
| 09 Jul 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Jul 2018 | Short inspection |
| 01 Apr 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Feb 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 11 May 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Jan 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Nurturing and stimulating environment for pupils
- High expectations leading to good pupil achievement
- Strong staff-pupil relationships fostering a caring atmosphere
- Proactive identification of students' needs and tailored support
- Effective collaborations with health and therapy professionals
- Rich opportunities for personal development and extracurricular activities
- Improved attendance rates through supportive strategies
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects have newly refined curriculums that are not fully embedded
- Gaps in pupils' prior learning affect new content acquisition
- Inconsistent assessment strategies in a few subjects hinder knowledge retention
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -4 | ||
| Writing | -4 | ||
| Maths | -3.5 |
How many students meet the standards
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