Seven Hills School
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Granville Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S2 2RJ |
| Phone | 01143082002 |
| Reference Number | 135287 |
Seven Hills School has shown good overall effectiveness with a strong focus on preparing pupils for their next steps. While there are notable strengths in fostering independence and offering targeted support to pupils, particularly for those with complex needs, there remains a challenge in embedding curriculum improvements across all pathways. The recent change in leadership and increasing pupil numbers has necessitated adjustments in teaching and support strategies, but staff continue to express pride in the school and are committed to personal development. Despite the school's strengths, concerns have been raised regarding the clarity of curriculum assessments and the development of long-term plans, especially for the sixth form.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 249 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 61.45%
Girls: 38.55% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 62.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 29.3% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 23 | 13 | 36 |
| 8 | 25 | 12 | 37 |
| 9 | 26 | 11 | 37 |
| 10 | 17 | 20 | 37 |
| 11 | 20 | 12 | 32 |
| 12 | 22 | 6 | 28 |
| 13 | 14 | 11 | 25 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 47.8% |
| Pakistani | 14.1% |
| African | 10.4% |
| White, Other | 4% |
| White & Asian | 3.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 3.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.6% |
| Caribbean | 1.6% |
| Asian, Other | 1.6% |
| Unclassified | 1.2% |
| Chinese | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.8% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 May 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 May 2024 | School inspection: |
| 28 Mar 2023 | School inspection |
| 25 Jan 2017 | Short inspection |
| 24 Jan 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 29 Nov 2011 | Monitoring visit |
| 07 Jul 2010 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a supportive and inclusive environment.
- High expectations lead to good academic progress.
- Strong relationships between pupils and staff foster a positive learning atmosphere.
- Personalised interventions enhance students' emotional and social development.
- Effective focus on reading across the curriculum.
- Opportunities for outdoor activities promote transferrable skills.
Areas for Improvement
- Need for a long-term plan for the curriculum catering to diverse starting points.
- Lack of clarity in assessment procedures for some subjects.
Destinations after GCSE's
| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
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