Chilworth House School
Chilworth House School is an independent special school in Oxford for pupils aged 5 to 12. It has 36 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Chilworth House School is Outstanding, from an inspection in January 2024.
Ofsted inspection: January 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-12 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | THAME ROAD WHEATLEY OXFORD OXFORDSHIRE OX33 1JP |
| Reference Number | 131064 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 36 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 91.67%
Girls: 8.33% |
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 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Chilworth House School has received an outstanding rating across all inspection domains, reflecting its exceptional performance in providing education and support to its pupils. The school primarily serves students with special educational needs, many of whom have faced significant challenges in other educational settings. With a strong focus on nurturing self-worth and emotional well-being, Chilworth House helps its pupils thrive through personalized support and a rich curriculum that includes engaging extracurricular activities. The school is also praised for its commitment to building strong relationships with families, ensuring that pupils receive holistic support.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 14 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 14 Nov 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Nov 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Oct 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Jun 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 18 Mar 2009 | Light touch inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional personalized support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Highly engaging curriculum enriched with diverse extracurricular opportunities.
- Strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families fostering a positive learning environment.
- Outstanding levels of pupil engagement and commitment reflected in high attendance.
- Well-trained staff adept at addressing sensory, emotional, and behavioral needs.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Chilworth House School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% 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 Chilworth House School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Chilworth House School is Outstanding, from an inspection in January 2024.
When was Chilworth House School last inspected by Ofsted?
Chilworth House School was last inspected in January 2024.
How many pupils does Chilworth House School have?
Chilworth House School has 36 pupils on roll.
What age range does Chilworth House School cover?
Chilworth House School for pupils aged 5 to 12.
Where is Chilworth House School?
Chilworth House School is at THAME ROAD, WHEATLEY, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, OX33 1JP.