Edison Pace School
Edison Pace School is an independent special school in Stoke-On-Trent for pupils aged 7 to 18. It has 48 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Edison Pace School is Good, from an inspection in September 2025.
Ofsted inspection: September 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Wellesley Street Shelton Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire ST1 4NF |
| Phone | 01782616660 |
| Reference Number | 136245 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 48 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 68.75%
Girls: 31.25% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|
Edison Pace School, which caters to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, has made significant strides in preparing to expand its educational offerings to post-16 students. The school has developed a well-coordinated curriculum that emphasizes mathematics and English while also incorporating vocational subjects. Additionally, strong attention has been given to ensuring a smooth transition for existing pupils into this new phase of education by implementing a supportive framework that promotes positive behavior and educational progress.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 Jul 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Jul 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 29 Apr 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 25 Sep 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 01 Feb 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 01 Nov 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 01 May 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 03 Mar 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2014 | Monitoring inspection |
| 16 Nov 2011 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Well-structured curriculum for post-16 students with a focus on core subjects and vocational training.
- Enhanced careers curriculum to prepare students for future pathways and job readiness.
- Strong safeguarding culture with clear procedures in place to protect students.
- Proprietor's strong vision dedicated to improving lives of pupils with SEND.
- Effective leadership with plans for continuous improvement and oversight.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Edison Pace 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 Edison Pace School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Edison Pace School is Good, from an inspection in September 2025.
When was Edison Pace School last inspected by Ofsted?
Edison Pace School was last inspected in September 2025.
How many pupils does Edison Pace School have?
Edison Pace School has 48 pupils on roll.
What age range does Edison Pace School cover?
Edison Pace School for pupils aged 7 to 18.
Where is Edison Pace School?
Edison Pace School is at Wellesley Street, Shelton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST1 4NF.