Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge
Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge is an independent school in Cambridge for pupils aged 11 to 19. It has 40 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge is Good, from an inspection in April 2011. In 2024 its average Attainment 8 score was 8.5, and 13% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: April 2011. GCSE results: 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 42-44 High Street Milton Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB24 6DF |
| Phone | 01223357714 |
| Reference Number | 131330 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 40 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.5%
Girls: 52.5% |
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 |
|---|
The Red Balloon Learner Centre is an independent special school that provides good quality education, especially effective in supporting pupils who have suffered severe bullying. It focuses on the personal development and recovery of its students, allowing them to re-engage with education in a nurturing environment. Since its last inspection, the Centre has made significant improvements and currently meets all regulations for independent schools, creating an inclusive and supportive atmosphere for students aged 10 to 18, many of whom have special educational needs.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 17 Mar 2011 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 Mar 2011 | Light touch inspection |
| 11 Mar 2008 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Outstanding safeguarding procedures that promote student welfare and safety
- Strong emphasis on personal development and recovery for students
- Good quality of teaching and assessment, tailored to individual needs
- High levels of student engagement and positive behaviour
- Outstanding relationships between staff and students
- Broad and enriching curriculum that aids student reintegration into mainstream education
Areas for Improvement
- Insufficiently established systems for assessing and tracking student attainment and progress
- Lack of consistent written planning for lessons
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 8.5 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 12.5% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 2.5% of pupils at Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 97.5% 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 Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge is Good, from an inspection in April 2011.
When was Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge last inspected by Ofsted?
Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge was last inspected in April 2011.
How many pupils does Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge have?
Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge has 40 pupils on roll.
What age range does Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge cover?
Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge for pupils aged 11 to 19.
What are Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge's GCSE results?
In 2024 its average Attainment 8 score was 8.5, and 13% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge?
Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge is at 42-44 High Street, Milton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 6DF.