Calder Lodge School
Calder Lodge School is an independent special school in Preston for pupils aged 5 to 11. It has 48 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Calder Lodge School is Good, from an inspection in July 2024.
Ofsted inspection: July 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Oakenclough Preston Lancashire PR3 1UL |
| Reference Number | 147548 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 48 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 85.42%
Girls: 14.58% |
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 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Calder Lodge School has demonstrated a good overall performance with notable strengths in student behaviour and attitudes, which are rated as outstanding. Pupils exhibit pride in their school, showcasing positive relationships with peers and staff, and effectively managing their emotions. The school provides an ambitious curriculum, although there are some areas that require improvement, particularly in ensuring that teaching strategies are consistently applied across all subjects. Pupils, many of whom have had negative educational experiences before joining, thrive as they access tailored support for their special educational needs. The leadership at Calder Lodge School is strong and staff members feel supported in their roles. Parents are actively involved and appreciate the communication about their children’s achievements. However, challenges remain regarding the delivery of the phonics programme, as inconsistencies in teaching methods hinder some pupils from developing their reading skills as swiftly as expected. The school is determined to address these issues to enhance the learning experience for all its pupils.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Jun 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 May 2022 | Additional inspection |
| 08 Jun 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Oct 2019 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Pupils develop strong and trusting relationships with each other and staff.
- Behaviour and attitudes of pupils are outstanding.
- Pupils excel in their learning due to high staff aspirations.
- The curriculum is ambitious and well-structured in most areas.
- Pupils engage in various enriching extracurricular activities.
- Staff receive appropriate training and support to deliver the curriculum effectively.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in staff delivery of the phonics programme affect pupils' reading fluency.
- Some subjects lack consistency in using assessment strategies, leading to gaps in knowledge.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Calder Lodge 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 Calder Lodge School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Calder Lodge School is Good, from an inspection in July 2024.
When was Calder Lodge School last inspected by Ofsted?
Calder Lodge School was last inspected in July 2024.
How many pupils does Calder Lodge School have?
Calder Lodge School has 48 pupils on roll.
What age range does Calder Lodge School cover?
Calder Lodge School for pupils aged 5 to 11.
Where is Calder Lodge School?
Calder Lodge School is at Oakenclough, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 1UL.