Heather Field School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 3-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | New Burton House Burton Bank Lane Stafford ST17 9JW |
| Phone | 01785550940 |
| Reference Number | 146981 |
Heather Field School is undergoing a material change to expand its provision for younger children, specifically those aged three to nineteen with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The inspection indicated that the school is well-prepared to implement these changes, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of early years education and a curriculum designed to address individual learning needs. Notably, the school's ambitious curriculum offers distinct pathways for students with social, emotional, and mental health needs as well as those with cognition and learning disabilities. Positive parental engagement is also a highlight, ensuring that families are involved in their children's education.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 106 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 79.25%
Girls: 20.75% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
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 |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 14 Nov 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 14 Nov 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 12 Mar 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Jun 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 Mar 2021 | Additional inspection |
| 11 Jul 2019 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Highly ambitious and coherent curriculum catering to diverse learning needs.
- Strong understanding of child development and effective teaching strategies.
- Positive parental partnerships and community engagement.
- Effective safeguarding practices and strong safety culture.
- Excellent facilities to support a range of activities and therapy services.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 7.9 |
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
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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