LVS Oxford
LVS Oxford is an independent special school in Oxford for pupils aged 11 to 20. It has 77 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for LVS Oxford is Good, from an inspection in June 2018. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 21.5, and 8% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: June 2018. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-20 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Spring Hill Road Begbroke Oxford Oxfordshire OX5 1RX |
| Phone | 01865595170 |
| Reference Number | 141208 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 77 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 55.84%
Girls: 44.16% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|
LVS Oxford is a good school that has effectively transformed itself into an ambitious learning environment under the leadership of the headteacher. The cohesive staff team creates a welcoming atmosphere that prepares pupils well for their futures. With good teaching and support, especially for students with autism spectrum conditions, pupils make strong progress in their studies while developing confidence and social skills. However, improvement is needed in areas such as the curriculum for key stage 3 and communication with some parents, indicating a desire for continuous development.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 15 May 2018 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 15 May 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 29 Mar 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 12 May 2015 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- High expectations from leadership have transformed the school.
- Staff work cohesively to create a supportive and calm environment.
- Pupils demonstrate increased confidence and make good progress.
- Strong emphasis on personal development, behaviour, and welfare.
- Effective support and teaching in the sixth form leading to good student outcomes.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum development for key stage 3 is underdeveloped.
- Some teachers are cautious in challenging pupils to aim higher.
- Communication with a small number of parents needs improvement.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 21.5 | 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 | 7.7% | 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) | 23.1% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at LVS Oxford 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 LVS Oxford's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for LVS Oxford is Good, from an inspection in June 2018.
When was LVS Oxford last inspected by Ofsted?
LVS Oxford was last inspected in June 2018.
How many pupils does LVS Oxford have?
LVS Oxford has 77 pupils on roll.
What age range does LVS Oxford cover?
LVS Oxford for pupils aged 11 to 20.
What are LVS Oxford's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 21.5, and 8% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is LVS Oxford?
LVS Oxford is at Spring Hill Road, Begbroke, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX5 1RX.