The Pace Centre

The Pace Centre is an independent special school that underwent a material change inspection on 29 April 2026, following its application to increase the maximum number of pupils from 43 to 49. This was the school's first application for this material change. Inspectors found that the school is likely to meet all relevant independent school standards if the change is implemented, with compliance judged secure across leadership and management, safeguarding, health and safety, staff suitability, premises, and information provision.

Strengths

• Leaders and the proprietor have a robust understanding of the independent school standards and apply this knowledge effectively
• The school has a vigilant culture of safeguarding with well-trained staff and prompt, well-considered actions
• High levels of supervision across both sites, with much teaching on a two-to-one basis or in very small groups
• Exceptionally spacious learning environments, including six highly specialised classrooms that comfortably accommodate pupils with complex SEND
• Strong commitment to health and safety, with regular checks, external specialist audits, and prompt responses to recommendations
• Comprehensive risk assessment policy tailored to individual pupils, including personalised emergency evacuation plans
• Meticulous recruitment checks and a single central record that meets statutory requirements
• Well-maintained premises and outdoor spaces that are extensive and suitable to accommodate the proposed increase in pupil numbers
• Effective use of local arrangements with external agencies and involvement of parents and carers in decision-making

In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at The Pace Centre 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 The Pace Centre's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for The Pace Centre is Outstanding, from an inspection in June 2026.

When was The Pace Centre last inspected by Ofsted?

The Pace Centre was last inspected in June 2026.

How many pupils does The Pace Centre have?

The Pace Centre has 39 pupils on roll.

What age range does The Pace Centre cover?

The Pace Centre for pupils aged 3 to 16.

Where is The Pace Centre?

The Pace Centre is at Coventon Road, Coventon Road, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP19 9JL.