Gloverspiece School
Gloverspiece School is an independent special school in Droitwich for pupils aged 4 to 18. It has 38 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Gloverspiece School is Good, from an inspection in November 2020.
Ofsted inspection: November 2020.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 4-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Gloverspiece Minifarm Ladywood Droitwich Droitwich Worcestershire WR9 0AJ |
| Phone | 07918026036 |
| Reference Number | 143106 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 38 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.37%
Girls: 52.63% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 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 |
|---|
Gloverspiece School is performing well, meeting all the independent school standards checked during this inspection. The school demonstrates a strong commitment to the welfare, health, and safety of its pupils, particularly by providing dedicated one-to-one support through key workers. This approach enables staff to build positive relationships with pupils, contributing to a nurturing and safe environment. The school also has robust safeguarding measures in place, and its policies are effectively communicated. Overall, the inspection confirms the school's ability to maintain these standards over time.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 06 Oct 2020 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Oct 2020 | Additional inspection |
| 14 Nov 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 24 Sep 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 13 Feb 2018 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong commitment to pupil welfare and safety
- Clear safeguarding protocols and regular staff training
- Positive relationships established between staff and pupils
- Effective policies compliant with government guidance
- Dedicated one-to-one support for all pupils
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Gloverspiece 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 Gloverspiece School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Gloverspiece School is Good, from an inspection in November 2020.
When was Gloverspiece School last inspected by Ofsted?
Gloverspiece School was last inspected in November 2020.
How many pupils does Gloverspiece School have?
Gloverspiece School has 38 pupils on roll.
What age range does Gloverspiece School cover?
Gloverspiece School for pupils aged 4 to 18.
Where is Gloverspiece School?
Gloverspiece School is at Gloverspiece Minifarm, Ladywood, Droitwich, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0AJ.