Cotswold Chine School
Cotswold Chine School is an independent special school in Stroud for pupils aged 7 to 19. It has 52 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Cotswold Chine School is Good, from an inspection in May 2025.
Ofsted inspection: May 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Box Stroud Gloucestershire GL6 9AG |
| Phone | 01453837550 |
| Reference Number | 115802 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 52 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 40.38%
Girls: 59.62% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|
Cotswold Chine School demonstrates a good overall performance, with notable strengths in behavior, personal development, leadership, and management. The school provides a supportive environment where pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) can thrive, displaying high attendance and engagement. There is a strong emphasis on building pupils' confidence and resilience, facilitating their academic and social success while preparing them for adulthood through extensive extracurricular opportunities.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Mar 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 25 Jan 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 08 Dec 2020 | Additional inspection |
| 26 Sep 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 06 Oct 2016 | Additional inspection |
| 14 Oct 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Nov 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 01 Dec 2010 | Standard inspection: |
| 26 Jun 2006 | Standard inspection |
| 27 Nov 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Outstanding behavior and attitudes among pupils
- Exceptional personal development and support for mental health
- Strong leadership with clear communication and support for staff
- Broad and ambitious curriculum that meets pupils' needs
- High aspirations for academic and social achievement
- Effective support in reading that boosts confidence and fluency
- Rich extracurricular opportunities that enhance pupils' experiences
Areas for Improvement
- Some lessons lack precise matching of activities to curriculum expectations and pupils' starting points
In 2025–26, 7.7% of pupils at Cotswold Chine School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 92.3% 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 Cotswold Chine School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Cotswold Chine School is Good, from an inspection in May 2025.
When was Cotswold Chine School last inspected by Ofsted?
Cotswold Chine School was last inspected in May 2025.
How many pupils does Cotswold Chine School have?
Cotswold Chine School has 52 pupils on roll.
What age range does Cotswold Chine School cover?
Cotswold Chine School for pupils aged 7 to 19.
Where is Cotswold Chine School?
Cotswold Chine School is at Box, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL6 9AG.