Aurora Meldreth Manor School
Aurora Meldreth Manor School is an independent special school in Royston for pupils aged 6 to 19. It has 47 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Aurora Meldreth Manor School is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in September 2025.
Ofsted inspection: September 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 6-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Fenny Lane Meldreth Royston Hertfordshire SG8 6LG |
| Phone | 01763268000 |
| Reference Number | 110920 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 47 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 70.21%
Girls: 29.79% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
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Aurora Meldreth Manor School is performing well and is likely to meet the relevant independent school standards if the proposed material change is implemented. The school has established robust safeguarding practices and well-developed health and safety procedures that ensure a secure environment for its pupils. Staff training and deployment are thoughtfully managed, allowing for effective support tailored to the needs of the pupils, many of whom have profound and multiple learning difficulties. The leadership team exhibits a clear vision for sustained improvement and actively utilizes external expertise to enhance their provision.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| Last Report Date | 21 Jul 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Jul 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 08 Oct 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 16 Nov 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 08 Nov 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Sep 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Nov 2010 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2008 | Standard inspection: |
| 06 Dec 2004 | Full inspection |
| 03 Mar 2003 | Full inspection |
| 11 Nov 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
- Robust health and safety policies and procedures.
- Effective staff training and deployment ensuring tailored support for pupils.
- Well-maintained and suitable premises for pupils' educational needs.
- Clear strategic vision for sustained improvement from leadership.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Aurora Meldreth Manor School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% 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.
| Name | Distance |
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0.35 miles |
|
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1.23 miles |
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2.72 miles |
|
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2.83 miles |
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Roman Way Academy
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2.95 miles |
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3.34 miles |
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3.43 miles |
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Tannery Drift School
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3.62 miles |
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Studlands Rise First School
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3.72 miles |
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Haslingfield Endowed Primary School
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4.12 miles |
|
Thriplow CofE Primary School
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4.13 miles |
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4.31 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Melbourn Village College
The Moor, Melbourn, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 6EF |
0.96 miles |
|
Selwyn Hall School
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2.62 miles |
|
King James Academy Royston
Garden Walk, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 7JH |
3.1 miles |
|
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3.15 miles |
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What is Aurora Meldreth Manor School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Aurora Meldreth Manor School is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in September 2025.
When was Aurora Meldreth Manor School last inspected by Ofsted?
Aurora Meldreth Manor School was last inspected in September 2025.
How many pupils does Aurora Meldreth Manor School have?
Aurora Meldreth Manor School has 47 pupils on roll.
What age range does Aurora Meldreth Manor School cover?
Aurora Meldreth Manor School for pupils aged 6 to 19.
Where is Aurora Meldreth Manor School?
Aurora Meldreth Manor School is at Fenny Lane, Meldreth, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 6LG.