The Haven School
The Haven School is an independent special school in South Staffordshire for pupils aged 11 to 19. It has 53 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The Haven School is Good, from an inspection in December 2025. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 12.5, and 12% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: December 2025. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Cabins 24 25 and 26 Dunston Business Village Dunston Staffordshire Staffordshire ST18 9AB |
| Phone | 01785450261 |
| Reference Number | 142516 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 53 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 58.49%
Girls: 41.51% |
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 |
|---|
The Haven School has been assessed in its first material change inspection, aimed at determining whether it is likely to meet the independent school standards if the proposed increase in pupil numbers from 52 to 60 is implemented. The inspection found that the school demonstrates strong safeguarding practices and maintains effective health and safety policies. Additionally, the leadership team has clearly communicated their rationale for the changes, indicating a commitment to maintaining the well-being of pupils amidst the proposed growth.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Nov 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Nov 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 21 Nov 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Sep 2021 | Additional inspection |
| 10 Mar 2020 | Standard inspection: |
| 23 May 2017 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Effective safeguarding policies are published and regularly reviewed.
- All staff are well-trained in safeguarding, particularly regarding students with special educational needs.
- Pupils feel safe and have trust in staff for handling concerns.
- Strong health and safety policies with regular checks are in place.
- Well-maintained facilities that support the educational needs of students.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 12.5 | 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 | 11.8% | 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) | 11.8% | 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 The Haven 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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Burton Manor Primary School
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Oakridge Primary School
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Berkswich CofE (VC) Primary School
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3.29 miles |
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St Paul's Church of England Primary School
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Longridge School
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1.4 miles |
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3.07 miles |
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3.07 miles |
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What is The Haven School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The Haven School is Good, from an inspection in December 2025.
When was The Haven School last inspected by Ofsted?
The Haven School was last inspected in December 2025.
How many pupils does The Haven School have?
The Haven School has 53 pupils on roll.
What age range does The Haven School cover?
The Haven School for pupils aged 11 to 19.
What are The Haven School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 12.5, and 12% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is The Haven School?
The Haven School is at Cabins 24, 25 and 26, Dunston Business Village, Dunston, Staffordshire, Staffordshire, ST18 9AB.