Aidenswood School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-17 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 48 Parson Street Congleton Cheshire CW12 4ED |
| Phone | 01260297495 |
| Reference Number | 125814 |
Aidenswood School is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' rating across all assessed areas during its recent inspection. The school serves a specific cohort of pupils, many of whom have encountered significant challenges in their previous educational experiences. Recognizing this, the school is committed to providing a nurturing environment, emphasizing student well-being alongside academic requirements. Pupils appreciate the supportive staff and the curriculum tailored to their needs, which generally leads to successful qualification achievement as they transition into further education or employment. Despite its strengths, there are areas for improvement identified, such as the clear articulation of knowledge progression in certain subjects and providing more opportunities for pupils to develop leadership skills. The school's personal development program is also noted as needing further development to better enhance students' character and confidence. Overall, Aidenswood School is a positive environment for learning, with dedicated efforts to improve students' educational outcomes after significant disruptions.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 3 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 100%
Girls: 0% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Mar 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Mar 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 18 Jun 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Sep 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Nov 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 23 Jun 2009 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Nurturing and supportive learning environment.
- High expectations for pupil achievement.
- Effective curriculum that meets the needs of pupils.
- Strong staff knowledge facilitating quality teaching.
- Good support systems for pupils with SEND.
- Effective prioritization of reading, helping students become confident readers.
- Strong relationships between pupils and staff.
- Successful engagement with external agencies for student support.
Areas for Improvement
- Lack of clarity in knowledge progression for some subjects.
- Limited opportunities for pupils to take on leadership roles.
- Underdeveloped aspects of the personal development program.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2019. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 23 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 21 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 18 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 25 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 13 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 21 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 20 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 20 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 17 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 25 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 16 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 25 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 19 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 25 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 24 | 1 |
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