Options Higford
Options Higford is an independent special school in Shifnal for pupils aged 5 to 19. It has 69 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Options Higford is Good, from an inspection in September 2025.
Ofsted inspection: September 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Higford Hall Higford Shifnal Shropshire TF11 9ET |
| Phone | 01952630600 |
| Reference Number | 135445 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 69 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 76.81%
Girls: 23.19% |
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 |
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Options Higford is an independent special school that is preparing to increase its enrollment from 60 to 80 pupils. The recent material change inspection found that the school is likely to meet independent school standards, particularly in areas concerning safeguarding and the welfare of students. Notable strengths include the school's strong culture of safeguarding, which is supported by well-trained staff and effective reporting systems, as well as a comprehensive health and safety policy. Overall, the school demonstrates a commitment to accommodating a larger student body while maintaining a high level of support for its pupils, many of whom have special educational needs.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 03 Jul 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Jul 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 29 Apr 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Jun 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 26 Jul 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 06 Oct 2021 | Additional inspection |
| 26 Jun 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Jul 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 24 Jun 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 14 Mar 2012 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong culture of safeguarding with effective reporting systems
- Comprehensive and regularly reviewed health and safety policy
- High staff-to-pupil supervision planned for increased enrollment
- Successful adaptations made to accommodate additional classrooms
- Commitment to maintaining quality education during expansion
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Options Higford 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 Options Higford's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Options Higford is Good, from an inspection in September 2025.
When was Options Higford last inspected by Ofsted?
Options Higford was last inspected in September 2025.
How many pupils does Options Higford have?
Options Higford has 69 pupils on roll.
What age range does Options Higford cover?
Options Higford for pupils aged 5 to 19.
Where is Options Higford?
Options Higford is at Higford Hall, Higford, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 9ET.