Summerhill School
Summerhill School is an independent school in East Suffolk for pupils aged 5 to 18. It has 51 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Summerhill School is Good, from an inspection in October 2011.
Ofsted inspection: October 2011.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 5-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Westward Ho Leiston Suffolk Leiston Suffolk IP16 4HY |
| Phone | 01728830540 |
| Reference Number | 124870 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 51 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 58.82%
Girls: 41.18% |
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 |
|---|
Summerhill School is performing well, providing a high-quality educational experience while meeting all regulatory requirements for independent schools. The school excels in promoting students' spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, demonstrating a commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. The boarding provision is outstanding, with effective safeguarding procedures and a strong emphasis on pupils' welfare and health, contributing to a safe and nurturing community where students feel valued and empowered.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Oct 2011 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Oct 2011 | Standard inspection: |
| 06 Nov 2007 | Standard inspection: |
| 01 Mar 1999 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Outstanding spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils
- Excellent promotion of pupils' welfare, health and safety
- Strong community values and student governance through democratic processes
- Good quality of education with tailored learning experiences
- Outstanding behaviour of pupils
- Effective collaboration between boarding and academic staff
Areas for Improvement
- Assessment information is mainly anecdotal and varies significantly across teachers
In 2025–26, 27.5% of pupils at Summerhill School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 11.8% 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 Summerhill School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Summerhill School is Good, from an inspection in October 2011.
When was Summerhill School last inspected by Ofsted?
Summerhill School was last inspected in October 2011.
How many pupils does Summerhill School have?
Summerhill School has 51 pupils on roll.
What age range does Summerhill School cover?
Summerhill School for pupils aged 5 to 18.
Where is Summerhill School?
Summerhill School is at Westward Ho, Leiston, Suffolk, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4HY.
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