Claremont School
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 2-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Henleaze Park Westbury-on-Trym Bristol BS9 4LR |
| Phone | 01173533622 |
| Reference Number | 109391 |
Claremont School remains a good education institution that caters to pupils with a wide range of physical and learning disabilities, as well as complex health needs. The school is well-structured to meet individual needs, with a high staff-to-pupil ratio and a strong focus on communication skills. Pupils generally express happiness and contentment about their school experience, as they engage well in lessons and participate in a variety of activities. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to align with the diverse needs of students, facilitating good progress in learning and positive behaviour across the school.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 70 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 58.57%
Girls: 41.43% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 41.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 24.3% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 4 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| 5 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 6 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 7 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| 9 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 10 | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 13 | Unknown | 1 | 1 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 58.6% |
| African | 10% |
| White, Other | 7.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.9% |
| Chinese | 2.9% |
| Indian | 2.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% |
| Asian, Other | 1.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 03 Jul 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Jul 2023 | School inspection |
| 11 May 2017 | Short inspection |
| 21 Feb 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 07 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 22 May 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 08 Feb 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong staff-pupil relationships enhance the learning environment.
- High expectations and well-planned curriculum tailored to individual needs.
- Effective focus on developing communication skills using various resources.
- Active school council fosters student engagement.
- Personalized early years curriculum aids confidence and skill building.
- Strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil safety.
- High-quality careers advice supports student transitions.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils struggle to remember what they have been taught, hindering progress.
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