Longdon Hall School
Longdon Hall School is an independent special school in Lichfield for pupils aged 7 to 18. It has 81 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Longdon Hall School is Good, from an inspection in October 2025. In 2017 its average Attainment 8 score was 11.3, and 11% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: October 2025. GCSE results: 2017.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Longdon Hall School Longdon Green Nr Lichfield Staffordshire WS15 4PT |
| Phone | 01543491051 |
| Reference Number | 137098 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 81 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 83.95%
Girls: 16.05% |
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 |
|---|
Longdon Hall School is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' rating in all inspected domains. The school provides a supportive environment for students, many of whom have had significant gaps in their previous education. Through a tailored curriculum and dedicated pastoral care, students are encouraged to thrive academically and socially. The educators are attentive to the needs of the pupils, demonstrating high expectations for behaviour and engagement. However, there are areas for improvement, particularly in effectively addressing foundational gaps in literacy and enhancing the careers education program.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 16 Sep 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 16 Sep 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Apr 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 08 Nov 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 13 Mar 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 May 2012 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Highly personalized curriculum pathways that engage pupils.
- Strong focus on social, emotional, and mental health support.
- Effective staff support in managing pupil behaviour.
- Improved attendance levels, particularly for previously persistently absent students.
- Strong relationships built within the school community.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent understanding of pupils' literacy gaps among staff.
- Some checks on pupils' understanding do not effectively identify learning needs.
- Careers education program lacks depth and breadth.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 11.3 | 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 | 11% | 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) | 0% | 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 Longdon Hall 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 Longdon Hall School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Longdon Hall School is Good, from an inspection in October 2025.
When was Longdon Hall School last inspected by Ofsted?
Longdon Hall School was last inspected in October 2025.
How many pupils does Longdon Hall School have?
Longdon Hall School has 81 pupils on roll.
What age range does Longdon Hall School cover?
Longdon Hall School for pupils aged 7 to 18.
What are Longdon Hall School's GCSE results?
In 2017 its average Attainment 8 score was 11.3, and 11% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Longdon Hall School?
Longdon Hall School is at Longdon Hall School, Longdon Green, Nr Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS15 4PT.