Fiveways Special School
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 4-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Victoria Road Yeovil Somerset BA21 5AZ |
| Phone | 01935476227 |
| Reference Number | 123944 |
Fiveways Special School demonstrates outstanding performance across all aspects of education and development. The school's curriculum is expertly tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils, promoting exceptional communication skills and overall engagement in learning. Both early years and sixth form students thrive in their educational environment, supported by knowledgeable staff who understand each pupil's unique learning requirements. Pupils benefit from a variety of enriching experiences, preparing them well for meaningful lives beyond school. Parents and pupils alike appreciate the quality of education and support provided.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 98 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 68.37%
Girls: 31.63% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 51.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 12.2% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 2 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| 3 | 10 | Unknown | 10 |
| 4 | 6 | 1 | 7 |
| 5 | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 7 | 7 | 4 | 11 |
| 8 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| 9 | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| 10 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| 11 | 7 | Unknown | 7 |
| 12 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 13 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 78.6% |
| Unclassified | 8.2% |
| White, Other | 4.1% |
| Asian, Other | 3.1% |
| Indian | 2% |
| Mixed, Other | 2% |
| White & Asian | 1% |
| White & Black (African) | 1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 18 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Jun 2024 | School inspection: |
| 18 Apr 2023 | School inspection |
| 23 Nov 2017 | Short inspection |
| 08 Jul 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Oct 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Nov 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 06 Oct 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional curriculum tailored to meet individual pupil needs
- Outstanding communication support for all pupils
- Highly effective early reading and physical development programs
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils
- Well-prepared sixth form students for life beyond school
- Positive pupil attitudes and engagement in learning
- Effective governance and knowledgeable leadership
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