Red Rose School
Red Rose School is an independent special school in Lytham St Annes for pupils aged 5 to 17. It has a Christian religious character. It has 43 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Red Rose School is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in April 2024.
Ofsted inspection: April 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-17 |
| Religion | Christian |
| Address | 28-30 North Promenade St Annes on Sea Lytham St Annes Lancashire FY8 2NQ |
| Phone | 01253720570 |
| Reference Number | 131163 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 43 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.16%
Girls: 48.84% |
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 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Red Rose School is currently classified as requiring improvement overall, having made some progress since its last inspection which found it inadequate. The quality of education provided to students remains a concern, with further improvements needed in how well students learn and remember the knowledge taught. While there are positive aspects such as a calm and orderly environment, a caring staff, and effective reading support, the school struggles with the implementation of a comprehensive understanding of its curriculum and the assessment of student progress. Most pupils have experienced educational disruption, yet they find a supportive atmosphere at the school where they feel safe and happy.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| Last Report Date | 31 Jan 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 31 Jan 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 May 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 21 Jun 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Feb 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Feb 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 Nov 2009 | Standard inspection: |
| 13 Mar 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils feel welcome, safe, and happy at school.
- Staff provide warm and caring support to pupils.
- The school has raised expectations for pupil achievement since the last inspection.
- Calm and orderly environment with sensible pupil behaviour.
- Effective reading support for early-stage readers.
- Improved provision for careers advice and guidance.
- Pupils learn about a range of faiths and cultures.
Areas for Improvement
- Quality of education requires further improvement.
- Lack of guidance on recording and reviewing small steps for pupils with EHC plans.
- Insufficient guidance for staff on using assessment information effectively.
- Development of an overview of curriculum impact is at an early stage.
- Poor record-keeping of proprietor's questions and responses limits improvement tracking.
In 2025–26, 2.3% of pupils at Red Rose School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 97.7% 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 Red Rose School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Red Rose School is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in April 2024.
When was Red Rose School last inspected by Ofsted?
Red Rose School was last inspected in April 2024.
How many pupils does Red Rose School have?
Red Rose School has 43 pupils on roll.
What age range does Red Rose School cover?
Red Rose School for pupils aged 5 to 17.
Where is Red Rose School?
Red Rose School is at 28-30 North Promenade, St Annes on Sea, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, FY8 2NQ.