Woodlands School
| Type | Special School / Foundation special school |
| Age Range | 2-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Woodview Learning Community Picklecombe Drive Off Tamerton Foliot Road Plymouth Devon PL6 5ES |
| Phone | 01752300101 |
| Reference Number | 113644 |
Woodlands School continues to demonstrate a good level of performance, characterized by a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to thrive. The strong commitment from leaders and staff to prioritize students' communication skills and independence is evident, contributing significantly to the overall positive atmosphere of the school. With a curriculum tailored to meet the needs of pupils with complex special educational needs and disabilities, the school excels in promoting both academic and personal development. Parent feedback reflects the success of pupils in achieving beyond their expectations, highlighting the school's effective strategies in fostering confidence and resilience among students.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 87 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.57%
Girls: 49.43% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 26% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 4.6% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | 3 | 9 |
| 2 | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| 3 | 6 | 3 | 9 |
| 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| 5 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 7 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| 8 | 7 | 3 | 10 |
| 9 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 10 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 11 | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| 12 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 13 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.7% |
| White, Other | 2.3% |
| Chinese | 1.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 07 Feb 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 Feb 2023 | School inspection |
| 29 Nov 2017 | Short inspection |
| 03 Dec 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Dec 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Feb 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Feb 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong emphasis on communication and language development
- High expectations for pupil achievement
- Effective partnership with parents and the community
- Individualized learning programs fitting the needs of each pupil
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils
- Positive behaviour support mechanisms with rare incidents of bullying
Areas for Improvement
- Limited specialist subject knowledge in a few foundation subjects
Destinations after GCSE's
| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
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| Name | Distance |
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