Queenswood School
Queenswood School is an independent special school in Ledbury for pupils aged 11 to 19. It has 38 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Queenswood School is Good, from an inspection in November 2024.
Ofsted inspection: November 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Callow Hills Farm Hereford Road Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2PZ |
| Phone | 01531670632 |
| Reference Number | 131353 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 38 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 86.84%
Girls: 13.16% |
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 |
|---|
Queenswood School is performing well overall, with effective leadership and a clear vision that ensures it meets independent school standards. The school provides a supportive environment for pupils, many of whom arrive with negative prior experiences of education. Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning, forming respectful relationships with staff and becoming increasingly engaged. They are achieving qualifications that prepare them for further education or employment, demonstrating just how intentions translate into positive outcomes. However, there are areas for improvement, particularly concerning staff confidence in delivering the curriculum and integrating intervention programs within lessons. While the school has implemented interventions, some staff struggle to leverage these effectively in ongoing lessons, which limits the pupils' opportunities to apply their skills fully. As a result, there are opportunities for the school to enhance its educational effectiveness further by focusing on these pedagogical inconsistencies.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 01 Oct 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 01 Oct 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 08 Jun 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 08 Feb 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Jun 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 18 Sep 2014 | Emergency inspection |
| 08 Feb 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 14 May 2008 | Standard inspection: |
| 28 Feb 2005 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils develop positive attitudes towards their learning.
- Staff understand individual pupil needs well and provide tailored support.
- The curriculum is well-organized and meets pupils' needs.
- Pupils achieve a range of qualifications, including GCSEs and functional skills.
- Strong relationships between pupils and staff create a safe and nurturing environment.
Areas for Improvement
- Some staff lack confidence in supporting learning within lessons.
- Pupils do not consistently apply interventions to their learning in the curriculum.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2021. 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. | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 6 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 2 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 8 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 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. | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 14 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 6 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 4 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 3 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 14 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 4 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 14 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 11 | 3 |
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Queenswood 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 Queenswood School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Queenswood School is Good, from an inspection in November 2024.
When was Queenswood School last inspected by Ofsted?
Queenswood School was last inspected in November 2024.
How many pupils does Queenswood School have?
Queenswood School has 38 pupils on roll.
What age range does Queenswood School cover?
Queenswood School for pupils aged 11 to 19.
Where is Queenswood School?
Queenswood School is at Callow Hills Farm, Hereford Road, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 2PZ.