Pioneer House High School
| Type | Special School / Free schools special |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 200 Yewtree Lane Northern Moor Manchester M23 0FF |
| Phone | 01612418100 |
| Reference Number | 142893 |
Pioneer House High School continues to excel following its last inspection, maintaining the high standards that were previously recognized. The school, part of the Prospere Learning Trust, provides a supportive environment where students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) can thrive. It offers a meticulously designed curriculum that addresses the unique needs of its pupils, enabling them to achieve exceptional outcomes both academically and socially. The school's commitment to preparing students for adulthood is evident in its tailored programs and opportunities for personal development.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 156 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 64.1%
Girls: 35.9% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 70% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 9.6% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 14 | 11 | 25 |
| 8 | 16 | 13 | 29 |
| 9 | 17 | 6 | 23 |
| 10 | 17 | 9 | 26 |
| 11 | 11 | 6 | 17 |
| 12 | 14 | 5 | 19 |
| 13 | 9 | 2 | 11 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 59% |
| White, Other | 8.3% |
| Pakistani | 8.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 5.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.1% |
| Unclassified | 2.6% |
| Indian | 1.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.9% |
| African | 1.9% |
| Caribbean | 1.9% |
| Chinese | 0.6% |
| White & Asian | 0.6% |
| Asian, Other | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 21 Jan 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Jan 2025 | School inspection |
| 08 May 2019 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils thrive in a nurturing and aspirational environment.
- The curriculum is meticulously designed to meet the needs of SEND pupils.
- Strong focus on reading and oracy, with tailored support for students.
- Exceptional personal development program that fosters resilience and independence.
- Effective support and training for staff to enhance their professional expertise.
- High expectations and strong progression routes for pupils from various starting points.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2019. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 7 | 15 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 35 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 7 | 14 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 35 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 2 | 5 | 16 | 11 | 1 | 35 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 10 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 12 | 2 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 7 | 13 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 35 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 3 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 13 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 12 |
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 3 | 12 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 35 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 7 | 14 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 35 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 4 | 7 | 12 | 12 | 0 | 35 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 4 | 15 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 35 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 8 | 14 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 35 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 7 | 6 | 13 | 6 | 3 | 35 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 11 | 24 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.4 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 0% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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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