Green Lane Community Special School
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 4-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Woolston Learning Village Holes Lane Woolston Warrington Cheshire WA1 4LS |
| Phone | 01925811617 |
| Reference Number | 111495 |
Green Lane Community Special School continues to demonstrate effective leadership and has built on the strengths identified in its previous inspection. The school is highly regarded for its commitment to the development and well-being of its pupils. From the warm welcome they receive each day to the tailored curriculum that meets their diverse needs, students feel safe, cared for, and motivated to learn. The staff's dedication to enhancing pupils’ personal and educational growth is evident, ensuring they are well prepared for their future endeavors, including independent living and integration into the community.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 235 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 68.94%
Girls: 31.06% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 42.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 4.3% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 | 4 | 14 |
| 2 | 14 | 5 | 19 |
| 3 | 10 | 1 | 11 |
| 4 | 9 | 3 | 12 |
| 5 | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| 6 | 8 | 3 | 11 |
| 7 | 15 | 4 | 19 |
| 8 | 15 | 7 | 22 |
| 9 | 23 | 14 | 37 |
| 10 | 11 | 8 | 19 |
| 11 | 14 | 6 | 20 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 88.1% |
| White, Other | 3% |
| Indian | 2.6% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.9% |
| Caribbean | 0.9% |
| Asian, Other | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| African | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 11 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Feb 2025 | School inspection |
| 19 Nov 2019 | School inspection |
| 06 May 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Jun 2010 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 19 Oct 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 02 May 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Feb 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils love attending school and feel safe and supported.
- Staff have high ambitions for every pupil and adapt the curriculum to meet individual needs.
- The school provides a highly effective and ambitious curriculum focused on communication skills.
- Pupils demonstrate pride in their learning and participate actively in school life.
- Strong emphasis on personal development through various life skills and career education.
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 | -10.5 | ||
| Writing | -9 | ||
| Maths | -10.7 |
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