Side By Side School
Side By Side School is an independent special school in Hackney for pupils aged 2 to 20. It has 110 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Side By Side School is Outstanding, from an inspection in September 2025.
Ofsted inspection: September 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 2-20 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Avigdor Mews Lordship Road London London N16 0QJ |
| Phone | 02088808300 |
| Reference Number | 133439 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 110 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 56.36%
Girls: 43.64% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 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 |
|---|
Side By Side School is an outstanding independent special school that provides an exceptional education and supportive environment for its pupils, who often have complex needs. The school has moved to new premises, reflecting its growth and commitment to excellence since its last inspection in 2022, where it was rated good. Stakeholders, including parents and staff, express high levels of satisfaction, particularly regarding the tailored curriculum and strong support systems in place for both learning and personal well-being.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 01 Jul 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 01 Jul 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Jul 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 06 Mar 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 Dec 2014 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Nov 2011 | Standard inspection: |
| 25 Jun 2008 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 May 2004 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- First-class education and care for pupils.
- Ambitious and broad curriculum well-matched to each child's needs.
- High expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour.
- Strong support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
- Emphasis on communication and reading from early years.
- Effective personal, social, and health education curriculum.
- Well-organized work experience placements for older pupils.
- Focus on developing independence and life skills.
In 2025–26, 15.5% of pupils at Side By Side School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 77.3% 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 Side By Side School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Side By Side School is Outstanding, from an inspection in September 2025.
When was Side By Side School last inspected by Ofsted?
Side By Side School was last inspected in September 2025.
How many pupils does Side By Side School have?
Side By Side School has 110 pupils on roll.
What age range does Side By Side School cover?
Side By Side School for pupils aged 2 to 20.
Where is Side By Side School?
Side By Side School is at Avigdor Mews, Lordship Road, London, London, N16 0QJ.
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