Woodlands
Woodlands is an independent special school in Rossendale for pupils aged 6 to 14. It has 5 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Woodlands is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in April 2026.
Ofsted inspection: April 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 6-14 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Church Lane Edenfield Rossendale Rossendale Lancashire BL0 0QL |
| Reference Number | 140486 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 5 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 80%
Girls: 20% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Woodlands is an independent special school catering for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Following the most recent inspection, the school has demonstrated significant improvements in meeting independent school standards that were previously unmet. The proprietor has effectively implemented an action plan to strengthen staff training and enhance the quality of education delivered, ensuring a more consistent learning experience for the pupils. Overall, the school is now in compliance with designated standards, indicating progress in leadership and educational quality.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| Last Report Date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Feb 2026 | Additional inspection |
| 16 Sep 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 19 Mar 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 28 Sep 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 14 Nov 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 18 Nov 2014 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong implementation of staff training programs to improve teaching quality.
- Engagement of pupils in learning through personalized activities.
- Effective assessment strategies to monitor pupil progress.
- Proactive leadership that has addressed previous weaknesses with urgency.
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What is Woodlands's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Woodlands is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in April 2026.
When was Woodlands last inspected by Ofsted?
Woodlands was last inspected in April 2026.
How many pupils does Woodlands have?
Woodlands has 5 pupils on roll.
What age range does Woodlands cover?
Woodlands for pupils aged 6 to 14.
Where is Woodlands?
Woodlands is at Church Lane, Edenfield, Rossendale, Rossendale, Lancashire, BL0 0QL.