Shelldene House School
Shelldene House School is an independent special school in Wisbech for pupils aged 12 to 19. It has 6 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Shelldene House School is Good, from an inspection in March 2025.
Ofsted inspection: March 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 12-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Shelldene House 20 Main Road Friday Bridge Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE14 0HJ |
| Phone | 01945861122 |
| Reference Number | 135380 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 6 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 66.67%
Girls: 33.33% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|
Shelldene House School is performing well overall, with an inspection rating of 'Good' in most areas and 'Outstanding' in personal development. The school creates a supportive and empowering environment for its pupils, ensuring they feel understood and respected. Pupils are encouraged to engage in a broad and ambitious curriculum tailored to their individual needs, equipping them with valuable knowledge and skills for future success. The leadership demonstrates strong commitment to high standards and inclusive practices, which helps foster a positive and secure atmosphere for learning.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Feb 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Jun 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 May 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Apr 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 07 Mar 2012 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils feel understood and respected.
- The curriculum is broad, ambitious, and well-sequenced.
- Teaching is highly personalised and focuses on individual progress.
- Strong emphasis on reading and vocabulary development.
- Excellent support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Rich opportunities for personal development through extracurricular activities.
- Effective behaviour management and positive reinforcement methods.
- Commitment to staff training and professional development.
Areas for Improvement
- Limited opportunities for pupils to improve handwriting and grammar.
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What is Shelldene House School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Shelldene House School is Good, from an inspection in March 2025.
When was Shelldene House School last inspected by Ofsted?
Shelldene House School was last inspected in March 2025.
How many pupils does Shelldene House School have?
Shelldene House School has 6 pupils on roll.
What age range does Shelldene House School cover?
Shelldene House School for pupils aged 12 to 19.
Where is Shelldene House School?
Shelldene House School is at Shelldene House, 20 Main Road, Friday Bridge, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0HJ.
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