The Limes School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 73A Taunton Road Ashton under Lyne Gtr Manchester Preston Lancashire OL7 9DU |
| Phone | 01618238172 |
| Reference Number | 130913 |
The Limes School is performing well overall, providing a nurturing environment where pupils, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), can successfully re-engage with their education. The leaders and staff demonstrate a strong commitment to the personal and academic development of each pupil, fostering confidence and positive behavior within the school community. While the school has established a broad curriculum that excites and involves students, some areas require further refinement to ensure clarity in essential knowledge across all subjects. This is the first routine inspection since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has been acknowledged in the evaluation process.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 6 |
| 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 |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Jul 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Jul 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 18 Oct 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 Jul 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 30 Mar 2010 | Monitoring inspection |
| 10 Mar 2009 | Light touch inspection |
Strengths
- Leaders provide effective support for pupils with SEND.
- Pupils demonstrate improved attendance and behavior during their time at the school.
- The curriculum is broad, ambitious, and well-structured in most subjects.
- Strong emphasis on reading, with effective phonics support in place.
- Robust safeguarding culture established within the school.
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils, enhancing the learning environment.
Areas for Improvement
- Essential knowledge not clearly defined in a small number of subjects.
- Careers education and opportunities for leadership responsibilities are underdeveloped.
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