The Dales School
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 2-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Morton-on-Swale Morton-on-Swale Northallerton Northallerton North Yorkshire DL7 9QW |
| Phone | 01609772932 |
| Reference Number | 121771 |
The Dales School has successfully maintained its high standards since the previous inspection, ensuring that pupils are safe, well cared for, and engaged in a personalized curriculum. With strong positive relationships between staff and pupils, the school fosters resilience and prepares students for life beyond school. Parents appreciate the care their children receive and the effective communication between home and school. The curriculum has been notably improved, supporting both therapeutic and academic needs, while ensuring that pupils are well-prepared for transition and adulthood.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 74 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 64.86%
Girls: 35.14% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 27.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 8.1% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| 2 | 7 | 3 | 10 |
| 3 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 4 | 3 | Unknown | 3 |
| 5 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 7 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 8 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 9 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 10 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| 11 | 2 | Unknown | 2 |
| 12 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 13 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 73% |
| Unclassified | 17.6% |
| White, Other | 2.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.4% |
| Asian, Other | 1.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Mar 2025 | School inspection |
| 02 Apr 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Jun 2018 | Short inspection |
| 06 Nov 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Dec 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Jan 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong positive relationships between pupils and staff
- High expectations and a personalized curriculum
- Effective communication strategies enhancing learning
- Well-trained staff providing precise support
- Improved attendance management
- Wide range of enrichment opportunities
- Commitment to continuous improvement frameworks
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum content and assessment alignment needs improvement
| Name | Distance |
|
Ainderby Steeple Church of England Primary School
Station Lane, Morton-on-Swale, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 9QR |
0.08 miles |
|
Romanby Primary School
The Close, Romanby, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 8BL |
2.02 miles |
|
Leeming RAF Community Primary School
Gatenby, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 9NQ |
2.35 miles |
|
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
Broomfield Avenue, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 8UL |
2.45 miles |
|
Broomfield School
Broomfield Avenue, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 8RG |
2.48 miles |
|
Applegarth Primary School
Upwell Road, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 8QF |
2.55 miles |
|
Leeming and Londonderry Community Primary School
Roman Road, Leeming, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 9SG |
2.75 miles |
|
Aiskew, Leeming Bar Church of England Primary School
Leeming Lane, Leeming Bar, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 9AU |
2.89 miles |
|
Mill Hill Primary School
Crosby Road, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL6 1AE |
2.89 miles |
|
Oakbridge Church of England Primary School
Alvertune Road, Northallerton, DL6 2GD |
3.04 miles |
|
Alverton Primary School
Mount Road, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL6 1RB |
3.37 miles |
|
South Otterington Church of England Primary School
South Otterington, South Otterington C of E Primary School, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 9HD |
3.89 miles |
|
Brompton Community Primary School
Station Road, Brompton, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL6 2RE |
4.01 miles |
|
Burneston Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Burneston, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 2HX |
4.52 miles |
|
Bedale Church of England Primary School
Firby Road, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 2AT |
4.7 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Northallerton School & Sixth Form College
Brompton Road, Northallerton, DL6 1ED |
2.8 miles |
|
Bedale High School
Fitzalan Road, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 2EQ |
4.69 miles |
|
Mowbray Academy
Masham Road, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 2SD |
4.96 miles |