Fell House School
Fell House School is an independent special school in Grange-Over-Sands for pupils aged 6 to 12. It has 8 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Fell House School is Good, from an inspection in May 2024.
Ofsted inspection: May 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 6-12 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 1 Grange Fell Road Grange-over-Sands Cumbria Grange-Over-Sands Cumbria LA11 6AS |
| Reference Number | 133346 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 8 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 87.5%
Girls: 12.5% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Fell House School is performing well overall, with notable strengths in the quality of education and the personal development of pupils. The school provides a supportive environment for students with special educational needs and/or disabilities, helping them to adjust and thrive after experiencing challenges in the past. The proactive approach of the staff and the school's high expectations contribute to students feeling happy and achieving success, fostering exemplary behavior and positive attitudes towards learning. The curriculum is well-structured in many areas, effectively addressing pupils' knowledge gaps, although there are few subjects where the intended knowledge is less clear. This sometimes hampers the effectiveness of lesson delivery. While reading instruction is prioritized, there are occasions when support for struggling readers could be improved. Overall, the school has a strong focus on personal and social development, creating a calm and engaging learning atmosphere.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 16 Apr 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 16 Apr 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 Feb 2020 | Standard inspection: |
| 07 Mar 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 16 Jun 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Nov 2008 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2005 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a supportive learning environment.
- High expectations for pupil behavior and achievement.
- Exceptional personal and social development opportunities.
- Effective handling of safeguarding and emotional support for pupils.
- Strong oversight by the proprietor and local governors.
Areas for Improvement
- Lack of clarity in knowledge expectations for some subjects.
- Inconsistent support for struggling readers.
| Name | Distance |
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Fell Drive, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7JF |
0.28 miles |
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1.32 miles |
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Aynsome Road, Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6PR |
1.54 miles |
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1.77 miles |
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| Name | Distance |
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1.5 miles |
|
SwitchED2
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What is Fell House School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Fell House School is Good, from an inspection in May 2024.
When was Fell House School last inspected by Ofsted?
Fell House School was last inspected in May 2024.
How many pupils does Fell House School have?
Fell House School has 8 pupils on roll.
What age range does Fell House School cover?
Fell House School for pupils aged 6 to 12.
Where is Fell House School?
Fell House School is at 1 Grange Fell Road, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6AS.
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