Teaseldown School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Sugar Loaves 175 Swan Street Sible Hedingham Halstead Essex CO9 3PX |
| Phone | 07729687359 |
| Reference Number | 135837 |
Teaseldown School has shown significant improvement since its last inspection, moving from a previous rating of 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good' in all areas assessed. The school's therapeutic approach effectively supports students, particularly those with disrupted educational backgrounds, allowing them to re-engage with their learning. Parents report a high level of satisfaction with the progress their children make. Although students primarily receive one-to-one teaching, which facilitates tailored support, this delivery method has limited opportunities for peer discussion in personal, social, and health education (PSHE) lessons, suggesting room for growth in collaborative learning.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 22 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 77.27%
Girls: 22.73% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 27 Jun 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 27 Jun 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Jul 2022 | Additional inspection |
| 14 Sep 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 May 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Nov 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 26 May 2010 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Skilful support from caring staff helps pupils settle quickly.
- Pupils benefit from high expectations for learning and behaviour.
- Effective curriculum planning supports detailed knowledge development.
- Therapeutic approach aids pupils in accessing the curriculum.
- Reading support is prioritized to enhance access and enjoyment.
- Strong personal and social education prepares pupils for modern life.
- Leaders track pupil progress and adapt support effectively.
Areas for Improvement
- Limited opportunities for peer discussion in PSHE lessons.
- Inadequate systems for checking the quality of provision.
- Staff unclear on responsibilities for reporting low-level concerns.
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