Hope Corner School
Hope Corner School is an independent special school in Runcorn for pupils aged 14 to 19. It has 5 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Hope Corner School is Good, from an inspection in May 2026.
Ofsted inspection: May 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 14-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 70 Clifton Road Runcorn Cheshire WA7 4TD |
| Phone | 01928580860 |
| Reference Number | 138597 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 5 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 20%
Girls: 80% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Hope Corner School is preparing for a material change that would significantly alter its age range and maximum enrollment. The inspection, which was commissioned by the Department for Education, suggests that the school has the necessary leadership and operational systems in place to meet educational standards effectively. Notably, the school's commitment to fostering a high-quality educational environment is evident in its ambitious curriculum and robust safeguarding procedures, aimed particularly at students with special educational needs and disabilities.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 Mar 2026 | Additional inspection |
| 17 Oct 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 Nov 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 16 Jul 2018 | Additional inspection |
| 29 Jan 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 Jul 2013 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Leaders have designed an ambitious curriculum for post-16 provision.
- High-quality relationships between staff and pupils support emotional wellbeing.
- The curriculum promotes the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development of pupils.
- Leaders prioritize pupil safety and wellbeing across the school and café.
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What is Hope Corner School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Hope Corner School is Good, from an inspection in May 2026.
When was Hope Corner School last inspected by Ofsted?
Hope Corner School was last inspected in May 2026.
How many pupils does Hope Corner School have?
Hope Corner School has 5 pupils on roll.
What age range does Hope Corner School cover?
Hope Corner School for pupils aged 14 to 19.
Where is Hope Corner School?
Hope Corner School is at 70 Clifton Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 4TD.