Cedar House School

Cedar House School is a residential special school for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, some of whom also have autism, trauma difficulties and moderate learning difficulties. This material change inspection was carried out because the school has applied to increase the maximum number of pupils on roll from 96 in response to local demand. Inspectors found that the school is likely to meet the relevant independent school standards if the proposed change is implemented, with no concerns or areas for improvement identified across any of the inspected parts.

Strengths

• The proprietor and leaders have the knowledge and experience to implement the material change successfully
• The school has a comprehensive, up-to-date safeguarding policy and well-trained staff
• Pupils are kept safe through effective health and safety, fire safety and supervision arrangements
• The newly refurbished accommodation is of a high standard and well suited to pupils with SEND
• Recruitment checks on staff are thorough and the single central record is compliant
• The school provides high-quality facilities including a therapy room, sensory area and sports hall
• The accessibility plan meets the requirements of the Equality Act 2010

In 2025–26, 5.4% of pupils at Cedar House 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 Cedar House School's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Cedar House School is Good, from an inspection in June 2026.

When was Cedar House School last inspected by Ofsted?

Cedar House School was last inspected in June 2026.

How many pupils does Cedar House School have?

Cedar House School has 92 pupils on roll.

What age range does Cedar House School cover?

Cedar House School for pupils aged 7 to 18.

What are Cedar House School's GCSE results?

In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 15.5, and 8% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.

Where is Cedar House School?

Cedar House School is at Low Bentham, Via Lancaster, North Yorkshire, LA2 7DD.