Big Creative Independent School
Big Creative Independent School is an independent school in Waltham Forest for pupils aged 14 to 16. It has 9 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Big Creative Independent School is Good, from an inspection in July 2025.
Ofsted inspection: July 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 14-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Uplands House Blackhorse Lane Walthamstow Walthamstow E17 5QJ |
| Phone | 02038735800 |
| Reference Number | 141411 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 9 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 44.44%
Girls: 55.56% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Big Creative Independent School has shown significant improvement since its last inspection, moving from requiring improvement to a good overall effectiveness rating. The school excels in creating a supportive and positive environment where pupils feel valued and secure. Personal development is particularly strong, with a focus on building confidence and self-esteem through carefully designed educational experiences. The school successfully caters to a diverse student body, including those with disrupted educational histories, ensuring that all pupils are able to engage and succeed in their learning journey.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Jun 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Feb 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 27 Jun 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 29 Jan 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 08 Mar 2016 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong sense of belonging among pupils
- Excellent relationships between staff and pupils
- Highly personalized support for pupils with disrupted schooling
- Ambitious curriculum focused on developing knowledge and skills
- Effective strategies in place for supporting reading development
- Positive attitudes and resilience among pupils
- Strong focus on personal development and real-world experiences
- Effective safeguarding arrangements
Areas for Improvement
- Some teachers do not give pupils enough time to act on feedback about their work
- Errors in pupils' written work are not always caught quickly enough
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What is Big Creative Independent School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Big Creative Independent School is Good, from an inspection in July 2025.
When was Big Creative Independent School last inspected by Ofsted?
Big Creative Independent School was last inspected in July 2025.
How many pupils does Big Creative Independent School have?
Big Creative Independent School has 9 pupils on roll.
What age range does Big Creative Independent School cover?
Big Creative Independent School for pupils aged 14 to 16.
Where is Big Creative Independent School?
Big Creative Independent School is at Uplands House, Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, Walthamstow, E17 5QJ.