Macintyre School

MacIntyre School is performing well, classified as 'Good' overall with outstanding personal development. The school provides a supportive environment where pupils, many of whom have faced negative educational experiences, can flourish as confident and independent learners. The curriculum is personalized to meet individual needs, and pupils benefit from a strong emphasis on communication, emotional management, and vocational training. While most parents express satisfaction with the school's offerings, there are still some concerns regarding staff subject knowledge in specific areas, which can impact the consistency of learning. This was the school's first inspection since the pandemic, adding context to its performance and development.

Strengths

• Pupils benefit from strong, supportive relationships with staff.
• The curriculum is well-personalized and engaging, meeting individual learning goals.
• Outstanding personal development program that prepares pupils for adulthood.
• Strong emphasis on communication skills across the curriculum.
• Pupils participate in voluntary work, fostering responsibility and citizenship.
• Effective careers education with a variety of work and enterprise opportunities.

Areas for Improvement

• Inconsistent staff subject knowledge, particularly in phonics.
• Some areas of the curriculum are not delivered as effectively as possible due to training needs.

In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Macintyre School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 94.6% 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 Macintyre School's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Macintyre School is Good, from an inspection in March 2024.

When was Macintyre School last inspected by Ofsted?

Macintyre School was last inspected in March 2024.

How many pupils does Macintyre School have?

Macintyre School has 37 pupils on roll.

What age range does Macintyre School cover?

Macintyre School for pupils aged 10 to 19.

Where is Macintyre School?

Macintyre School is at Leighton Road, Wingrave, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP22 4PA.