The Yellow House School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 13-17 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 1 Alderford Street Sible Hedingham Halstead Essex CO9 3HX |
| Phone | 01787462504 |
| Reference Number | 134398 |
The Yellow House School has successfully met the independent school standards relevant to its material change. The inspection highlighted the school's effective safeguarding practices, with staff receiving regular training to identify potential risks to pupils. The proprietor maintains a close oversight of the school, ensuring that the curriculum includes vital safety content and that staff are well supported to understand pupils' individual needs. Although the school is increasing its capacity, it remains committed to managing pupil numbers effectively.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 16 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 37.5%
Girls: 62.5% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 22 Jan 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Jan 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 04 Jul 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 04 Jun 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 18 Sep 2018 | Additional inspection |
| 28 Nov 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 03 Dec 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 27 Apr 2010 | Standard inspection: |
| 02 Oct 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong safeguarding practices with well-trained staff.
- Effective management of staffing changes and support for pupil needs.
- Well-maintained premises and suitable spaces for teaching and learning.
- Small class sizes allowing for personalized attention.
| Name | Distance |
|
St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Sible Hedingham
School Road, Sible Hedingham, Halstead, Essex, CO9 3NR |
0.45 miles |
|
de Vere Primary School
Kirby Hall Road, Castle Hedingham, Halstead, Essex, CO9 3EA |
1.34 miles |
|
St Giles' Church of England Primary School
Church Street, Great Maplestead, Halstead, Essex, CO9 2RG |
1.6 miles |
|
Gosfield Community Primary School
The Street, Gosfield, Gosfield Community Primary School, Halstead, Essex, CO9 1ST |
2.45 miles |
|
St Margaret's Preparatory School
Gosfield Hall Park, Halstead, CO9 1SE |
2.47 miles |
|
Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Halstead
Beridge Road, Halstead, Essex, CO9 1JH |
2.57 miles |
|
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Halstead
Mathews Close, Halstead, Essex, CO9 2BH |
2.82 miles |
|
Richard de Clare Community Academy
Parsonage Street, Halstead, Essex, CO9 2JT |
2.9 miles |
|
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Great Yeldham
Church Road, Great Yeldham, Halstead, Essex, CO9 4PT |
3.44 miles |
|
St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield
Church Lane, Toppesfield, Halstead, Essex, CO9 4DS |
3.5 miles |
|
St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Pebmarsh
The Street, Pebmarsh, Halstead, Essex, CO9 2NH |
4.5 miles |
|
Colne Engaine Church of England Primary School
Green Farm Road, Colne Engaine, Essex, CO6 2HA |
4.78 miles |
|
Wethersfield CofE VC Primary School
Silver St, Wethersfield, Wethersfield Primary School, Braintree, Essex, CM7 4BP |
4.79 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Teaseldown School
Sugar Loaves, 175 Swan Street, Sible Hedingham, Halstead, Essex, CO9 3PX |
0.49 miles |
|
Hedingham School and Sixth Form
Yeldham Road, Sible Hedingham, Halstead, Essex, CO9 3QH |
0.82 miles |
|
Gosfield School
|
2.01 miles |
|
The Ramsey Academy, Halstead
Colne Road, Halstead, Essex, CO9 2HR |
2.88 miles |