The Children's Hospital School
| Type | Special School / Foundation special school |
| Age Range | 2-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Leicester Royal Infirmary Leicester Leicestershire LE1 5WW |
| Reference Number | 120363 |
The Children’s Hospital School continues to maintain its outstanding performance as an educational institution, providing exceptional care and education tailored to the unique needs of its pupils. Staff demonstrate a profound understanding of the social, emotional, and mental health needs of students, resulting in a supportive and nurturing environment where pupils feel safe, settled, and eager to learn. The school's tailored curriculum enables remarkable progress among students, especially those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), along with a strong emphasis on re-engaging pupils in their education and personal development.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 80 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 25%
Girls: 75% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 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 |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 03 Oct 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Oct 2023 | School inspection |
| 27 Jun 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Feb 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Feb 2010 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 11 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Jun 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional standard of education and care provided to pupils.
- High levels of understanding and empathy towards pupils' needs.
- Successful re-engagement of pupils in learning.
- Tailored curriculum designed to meet individual pupil needs.
- Rigorous identification of learning gaps and tailored support.
- Strong emphasis on communication and interaction skills development.
- Effective support for preparing pupils for future education and employment.
Destinations after GCSE's
| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
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