Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School

The Libra School has been rated as outstanding in all areas during its latest inspection, reflecting its exceptional performance and commitment to the education of pupils with complex social, emotional, and mental health needs. Pupils thrive in a supportive environment where staff prioritize building strong relationships, leading to significant improvements in behavior and a love of learning. The school's broad and ambitious curriculum, tailored to meet individual needs, prepares pupils well for future educational and career pathways, with many achieving notable success in their qualifications. Parents express high levels of satisfaction with the school's performance, indicating a strong partnership between home and school. The school excels in providing therapeutic support and personalized learning experiences, which help pupils overcome previous challenges in their education. Additionally, the effective management of the school ensures that independent school standards are met, confirming the school's commitment to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all its students.

Strengths

• Pupils achieve exceptionally well across the curriculum.
• Strong relationships between staff and pupils facilitate a positive learning environment.
• Staff use high levels of expertise to support individual pupil needs.
• Behaviour and attitudes of pupils are exemplary.
• Curriculum is broad, ambitious, and well-designed to meet pupils' developmental stages.
• Regular therapeutic support enhances pupils' well-being and readiness to learn.
• Effective leadership and management ensure compliance with independent school standards.

In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra 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 Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2025.

When was Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School last inspected by Ofsted?

Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School was last inspected in March 2025.

How many pupils does Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School have?

Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School has 48 pupils on roll.

What age range does Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School cover?

Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School for pupils aged 5 to 18.

What are Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School's GCSE results?

In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 11.3, and 17% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.

Where is Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School?

Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School is at Edgemoor Court, South Radworthy, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3LN.