Holme Court School

Holme Court School was inspected as a material change inspection after applying to increase its maximum pupil numbers. The school is likely to meet the relevant independent school standards if the proposed change is implemented. Inspectors found that leaders understand pupils' needs and have planned growth carefully, with phased staffing, leadership capacity, accommodation and robust admissions arrangements to help maintain quality as the school expands. The report identifies no areas of concern. Safeguarding, health and safety, fire safety, supervision, recruitment checks, the single central record, and premises and accommodation are all likely compliant. The school's specialist expertise in supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, including autism, social anxiety and mental health needs, is a notable strength. Holme Court is an independent special school for pupils aged 7 to 16, run by Inspired Learning Group, with 43 full-time pupils of compulsory school age currently on roll.

Strengths

• Leaders demonstrate a clear understanding of pupils' needs and the proposed material change.
• A robust admissions process helps ensure placements are appropriate and sustainable.
• Plans for growth are detailed, realistic and phased, with additional staffing and accommodation.
• Leaders have considerable expertise in supporting pupils with SEND, including autism and mental health needs.
• The proprietor and leaders maintain effective oversight through regular compliance audits and reviews.
• Safeguarding is a high priority, with regular training, swift action and strong external agency work.
• Health, safety, fire safety and premises records are comprehensive and systematically reviewed.
• Risk assessments are suitable and carefully managed, including for off-site activities.
• Recruitment procedures are robust, with appropriate safer recruitment training and checks.
• The single central record is comprehensive, accurate and regularly reviewed.
• Toilet, washing, changing, shower and medical facilities are suitable and well maintained.
• The premises are well maintained, secure and suitable for pupils' learning and support needs.
• Outdoor space and staffing arrangements provide appropriate recreation and supervision.
• A suitable accessibility plan meets the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.

In 2025–26, 7.5% of pupils at Holme Court School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 92.5% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).

Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.

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What is Holme Court School's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Holme Court School is Good, from an inspection in September 2026.

When was Holme Court School last inspected by Ofsted?

Holme Court School was last inspected in September 2026.

How many pupils does Holme Court School have?

Holme Court School has 40 pupils on roll.

What age range does Holme Court School cover?

Holme Court School for pupils aged 7 to 16.

What are Holme Court School's GCSE results?

In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 23.9, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.

Where is Holme Court School?

Holme Court School is at Cherry Hinton Hall, Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB1 8DW.