Longdon Park School
Longdon Park School is an independent special school in South Derbyshire for pupils aged 7 to 18. It has 96 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Longdon Park School is Good, from an inspection in September 2024.
Ofsted inspection: September 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Park Hill Hilton Road Egginton Derbyshire DE65 6GU |
| Phone | 01283733195 |
| Reference Number | 141994 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 96 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 72.92%
Girls: 27.08% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Longdon Park School provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for pupils, primarily those with autism. The school has established strong relationships between staff and pupils, fostering a safe and supportive atmosphere. The education is carefully tailored to meet individual needs, with a broad and well-designed curriculum that includes vocational training options. Personal development initiatives are especially notable, allowing pupils to build character and prepare for adulthood effectively. While most students engage positively with their learning, there are concerns about reading attitudes and addressing misconceptions in knowledge that need attention.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 09 Jul 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 09 Jul 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Jul 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 16 Nov 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 26 Feb 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Mar 2016 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils
- Highly personalized learning pathways
- Outstanding personal development initiatives
- Broad and well-sequenced curriculum
- Use of specialist equipment and facilities
- Effective support for pupils' emotional needs
- Dedicated pastoral team and well-being support
- Proactive approach to improving attendance
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent addressing of misconceptions and gaps in knowledge
- Need for stronger promotion of a reading culture
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Longdon Park School 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 Longdon Park School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Longdon Park School is Good, from an inspection in September 2024.
When was Longdon Park School last inspected by Ofsted?
Longdon Park School was last inspected in September 2024.
How many pupils does Longdon Park School have?
Longdon Park School has 96 pupils on roll.
What age range does Longdon Park School cover?
Longdon Park School for pupils aged 7 to 18.
Where is Longdon Park School?
Longdon Park School is at Park Hill, Hilton Road, Egginton, Derbyshire, DE65 6GU.