Impact Independent School
Impact Independent School is an independent school in Cradley Heath for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has 110 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Impact Independent School is Needs attention, from an inspection in April 2026. In 2019 its average Attainment 8 score was 15.3, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: April 2026. GCSE results: 2019.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 240 Halesowen Road Cradley Heath West Midlands B64 6JA |
| Phone | 01215022645 |
| Reference Number | 141560 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 110 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 60.91%
Girls: 39.09% |
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 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Impact Independent School demonstrates a commitment to safeguarding and creating a supportive learning environment for its pupils. The school has established positive relationships between staff and students, leading to a calm atmosphere conducive to learning. Despite some challenges with attendance and academic achievement, leaders are working diligently to provide tailored support to help pupils overcome significant barriers. Improvements in attendance and pupil engagement are noticeable, reflecting the school's dedication to re-engaging those who have struggled with education in the past.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Needs attention |
| > Leadership & Governance | Needs attention |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Expected standard |
| > Achievement | Needs attention |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Expected standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Needs attention |
| > Inclusion | Expected standard |
| Last Report Date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 Feb 2026 | Standard inspection |
| 14 Mar 2023 | Standard inspection |
| 03 Sep 2021 | Additional inspection |
| 30 Apr 2019 | Standard inspection |
| 23 Aug 2018 | Additional inspection |
| 03 May 2017 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Strong safeguarding culture ensuring pupils feel safe.
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils support emotional wellbeing.
- Effective individualised support for pupils with complex needs.
- A coherent personal development programme that enhances pupils' wellbeing.
- Staff demonstrate high expectations and understanding of pupils' barriers.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent achievement and progress among pupils.
- Lack of a school-wide approach to address gaps in learning.
- Reading provision is underdeveloped and inconsistently applied.
- Leadership needs to improve clarity and focus on curriculum and teaching quality.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 15.3 | 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 | 0% | 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) | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Impact Independent School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 12.7% 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 Impact Independent School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Impact Independent School is Needs attention, from an inspection in April 2026.
When was Impact Independent School last inspected by Ofsted?
Impact Independent School was last inspected in April 2026.
How many pupils does Impact Independent School have?
Impact Independent School has 110 pupils on roll.
What age range does Impact Independent School cover?
Impact Independent School for pupils aged 11 to 16.
What are Impact Independent School's GCSE results?
In 2019 its average Attainment 8 score was 15.3, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Impact Independent School?
Impact Independent School is at 240 Halesowen Road, Cradley Heath, West Midlands, B64 6JA.