On Track Education Barnstaple
On Track Education Barnstaple is an independent special school in Barnstaple for pupils aged 7 to 18. It has 52 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for On Track Education Barnstaple is Good, from an inspection in September 2025. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 6.5, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: September 2025. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Narita House Fishleigh Rd Roundswell Business Park Barnstaple Devon EX31 3UD |
| Phone | 01271372269 |
| Reference Number | 145181 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 52 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 71.15%
Girls: 28.85% |
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 |
|---|
On Track Education Services Ltd is performing well overall, rated as good in all key areas including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and sixth-form provision. The school creates a positive environment where pupils feel a strong sense of belonging and are engaged in their learning. Tailored support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) plays a significant role in their educational experience, enabling them to build confidence and re-engage with education after difficult past experiences.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 Jul 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 Jul 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 04 Oct 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 28 Jul 2020 | Additional inspection |
| 20 May 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 10 Jul 2018 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils foster a safe and welcoming environment.
- Tailored curriculum that meets the individual needs of pupils with SEND.
- Effective phonics teaching helps develop essential reading skills.
- High expectations for behaviour contribute to a calm school environment.
- Robust personal development opportunities that are aligned with pupils' interests.
Areas for Improvement
- Not all staff have the necessary subject expertise to deliver the curriculum effectively.
- Attendance rates remain too low despite efforts to improve.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 6.5 | 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 | 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 On Track Education Barnstaple 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 On Track Education Barnstaple's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for On Track Education Barnstaple is Good, from an inspection in September 2025.
When was On Track Education Barnstaple last inspected by Ofsted?
On Track Education Barnstaple was last inspected in September 2025.
How many pupils does On Track Education Barnstaple have?
On Track Education Barnstaple has 52 pupils on roll.
What age range does On Track Education Barnstaple cover?
On Track Education Barnstaple for pupils aged 7 to 18.
What are On Track Education Barnstaple's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 6.5, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is On Track Education Barnstaple?
On Track Education Barnstaple is at Narita House, Fishleigh Rd, Roundswell Business Park, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 3UD.