Pegasus School
Pegasus School is an independent special school in Swadlincote for pupils aged 7 to 19. It has 31 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Pegasus School is Outstanding, from an inspection in July 2025.
Ofsted inspection: July 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Main Street Cauldwell Swadlincote Derbyshire DE12 6RS |
| Phone | 01283761352 |
| Reference Number | 132120 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 31 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 64.52%
Girls: 35.48% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Pegasus School has made significant strides since its previous inspection, moving from a good to an outstanding evaluation in all key areas including the quality of education, behavior and attitudes, personal development, and leadership. The school's nurturing environment fosters emotional understanding and helps pupils feel safe and valued. Its holistic approach to education, which integrates academic, personal, and therapeutic learning, has led to impressive gains in pupil learning and personal development, particularly for those with special educational needs and disabilities. The school has also successfully improved pupil attendance and engagement.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 17 Jun 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 Jun 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Feb 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 15 Mar 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 19 Jun 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 Jun 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 29 Feb 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 18 Nov 2008 | Standard inspection: |
| 07 Feb 2005 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional support for pupils' personal development and emotional well-being.
- Highly ambitious and broad curriculum tailored to individual needs.
- Strong integration of therapeutic provisions within the education framework.
- Effective communication and literacy support leading to significant improvements.
- Positive relationships between staff and students creating a joyful learning environment.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Pegasus 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 Pegasus School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Pegasus School is Outstanding, from an inspection in July 2025.
When was Pegasus School last inspected by Ofsted?
Pegasus School was last inspected in July 2025.
How many pupils does Pegasus School have?
Pegasus School has 31 pupils on roll.
What age range does Pegasus School cover?
Pegasus School for pupils aged 7 to 19.
Where is Pegasus School?
Pegasus School is at Main Street, Cauldwell, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 6RS.