Barrs Court School
| Type | Special School / Academy special converter |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Barrs Court Road Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1EQ |
| Phone | 01432265035 |
| Reference Number | 139607 |
Barrs Court School is performing exceptionally well, maintaining an overall effectiveness rating of outstanding. The school provides an excellent educational experience for pupils with complex needs, fostering an environment where they can thrive academically and socially. Staff demonstrate a strong commitment to understanding each pupil's individual needs, offering tailored support that promotes independence and personal development. The positive relationships between staff and pupils underpin the school's nurturing ethos, with students feeling safe and respected.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 94 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 70.21%
Girls: 29.79% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 44.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 7.4% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 16 | 8 | 24 |
| 8 | 11 | 4 | 15 |
| 9 | 19 | 6 | 25 |
| 10 | 12 | 2 | 14 |
| 11 | 8 | 8 | 16 |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 88.3% |
| White, Other | 3.2% |
| White & Asian | 2.1% |
| Unclassified | 2.1% |
| Indian | 1.1% |
| African | 1.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 22 Nov 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Nov 2022 | School inspection: |
| 22 Oct 2019 | School inspection |
| 08 Mar 2016 | Short inspection |
| 09 May 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 10 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Barrs Court School | |
| 10 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Feb 2010 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 09 Feb 2010 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 02 Oct 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Oct 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 10 May 2004 | Full inspection |
| 10 May 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Highly effective leadership and management
- Exceptional quality of education across all subjects
- Strong focus on personal development and independent learning
- Effective partnerships with parents and the community
- Robust careers provision providing real-world experience
Destinations after GCSE's
| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
| Name | Distance |
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| Name | Distance |
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Hereford Sixth Form College
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0.37 miles |
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0.51 miles |
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1.03 miles |
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2.13 miles |