Hartmore School

Hartmore School provides a supportive and nurturing environment for pupils, many of whom arrive after experiencing difficulties in previous educational placements. The school effectively addresses the social, emotional, and mental health needs of its students while also facilitating their academic success through a diverse curriculum and strong core subject focus. Despite the recent expansion to three sites, the core quality of education remains intact, and pupils experience significant improvements in their attendance and learning engagement. While parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school's initiatives and the care provided, there are some areas identified for improvement, particularly regarding leadership oversight and the monitoring capacity of subject leaders across the expanded provisions. The school needs to establish stronger quality assurance processes to ensure sustained educational effectiveness as it grows.

Strengths

• Strong nurturing environment that helps pupils thrive
• High levels of respect and kindness demonstrated by pupils
• Diverse and rich curriculum tailored to individual needs
• Effective support for pupils with significant gaps in reading
• Focus on social and leadership skills through responsibilities
• Positive impact of therapeutic provision on behavior

Areas for Improvement

• Insufficient leadership oversight in identifying strengths and areas for improvement
• Limited opportunities for subject leaders to monitor their areas effectively

In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Hartmore 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.

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What is Hartmore School's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Hartmore School is Good, from an inspection in September 2025.

When was Hartmore School last inspected by Ofsted?

Hartmore School was last inspected in September 2025.

How many pupils does Hartmore School have?

Hartmore School has 73 pupils on roll.

What age range does Hartmore School cover?

Hartmore School for pupils aged 7 to 18.

What are Hartmore School's GCSE results?

In 2025 its average Attainment 8 score was 15.8, and 23% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.

Where is Hartmore School?

Hartmore School is at Gloucester Road, Hartpury, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL19 3BG.