Acorn School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 8-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Seckington Cross Winkleigh Devon Winkleigh Devon EX19 8EY |
| Phone | 03301358201 |
| Reference Number | 135773 |
Acorn School demonstrates strong overall performance, with areas of notable excellence in behavior, personal development, and leadership. The school effectively supports pupils' individual needs, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), helping them to overcome challenges and aspire to high academic and personal goals. Pupils exhibit resilience and positive attitudes toward learning, supported by nurturing relationships with staff. This is the first routine inspection since the pandemic, and the report reflects a continued commitment to providing a comprehensive and individualized educational experience.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 38 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 89.47%
Girls: 10.53% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 30 Jan 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 30 Jan 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 19 Nov 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 Jun 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 31 Jan 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 04 Oct 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Jul 2013 | Monitoring inspection |
| 27 Feb 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Mar 2010 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and valued for who they are.
- Outstanding behavior and attitudes among pupils.
- Highly individualized curriculum catering to diverse needs.
- Strong integration of academic learning with functional skills.
- Effective leadership that inspires staff and pupils alike.
- High levels of parental satisfaction with the school's efforts.
Areas for Improvement
- Certain subject areas lack clarity in the knowledge pupils need to learn and remember.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.7 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 0% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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