Gretton School
Gretton School is an independent special school in Cambridge for pupils aged 5 to 20. It has 172 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Gretton School is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2024. In 2018 its average Attainment 8 score was 12.5, and 9% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: March 2024. GCSE results: 2018.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-20 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Manor Farm Road Girton Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB3 0RX |
| Phone | 01223277438 |
| Reference Number | 136047 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 172 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 79.07%
Girls: 20.93% |
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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Gretton School has demonstrated outstanding performance in all areas, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and sixth-form provision. The school's approach is particularly commendable, as it caters to pupils who have faced significant educational challenges, providing them with the necessary support to rebuild their confidence in learning. The strong emphasis on relationships, tailored curricula to meet individual needs, and an array of extracurricular opportunities contribute to the pupils' success and readiness for future challenges.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 07 Feb 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 Feb 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Mar 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 14 Jan 2020 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Feb 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Nov 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 14 Jul 2011 | Monitoring inspection |
| 19 Oct 2010 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Outstanding quality of education with a broad and rich curriculum.
- Highly positive relationships foster trust between adults and pupils.
- Effective support for pupils' mental health and anxiety.
- Tailored careers guidance prepares pupils for adulthood.
- Extensive additional opportunities including work experience and community volunteering.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 12.5 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 9% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 9% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Gretton School 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 Gretton School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Gretton School is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2024.
When was Gretton School last inspected by Ofsted?
Gretton School was last inspected in March 2024.
How many pupils does Gretton School have?
Gretton School has 172 pupils on roll.
What age range does Gretton School cover?
Gretton School for pupils aged 5 to 20.
What are Gretton School's GCSE results?
In 2018 its average Attainment 8 score was 12.5, and 9% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Gretton School?
Gretton School is at Manor Farm Road, Girton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0RX.