Elysian, Shamley Green
Elysian, Shamley Green is an independent special school in Guildford for pupils aged 11 to 17. It has 34 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Elysian, Shamley Green is Good, from an inspection in November 2023.
Ofsted inspection: November 2023.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-17 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Westland Farm Lordshill Common Guildford Surrey Surrey GU5 0TL |
| Phone | 07944875503 |
| Reference Number | 147789 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 34 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 29.41%
Girls: 70.59% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Elysian Animal Assisted Therapy and Learning CIC has demonstrated significant progress since its previous inspection, achieving a 'Good' rating in all assessed areas. The school provides a unique environment tailored to the needs of its pupils, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), enabling them to engage with a personalised curriculum that balances education and animal-assisted activities effectively. The dedicated staff prioritize pupils' emotional well-being, fostering resilience and self-belief while also preparing them for future career opportunities. Despite its strengths, the school faces challenges, particularly with ensuring consistent attendance among all pupils, which affects their access to learning and support.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 10 Oct 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Oct 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 02 Feb 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 15 Mar 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Jul 2020 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong focus on personalized learning tailored to individual student needs.
- Effective communication among staff supports a clear school vision.
- Ambitious curriculum that incorporates real-life contexts and practical learning.
- Staff are effective in safeguarding and understanding students' emotional needs.
- Positive school environment where pupils feel at ease and engage with their learning.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent assessment practices can obscure how well students are learning and retaining knowledge.
- Some pupils do not attend regularly, impacting their educational experience.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2022. 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. | 10 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 26 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 9 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 26 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 10 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 26 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 10 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 2 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 26 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 4 | 5 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 9 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 14 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 26 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 4 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 26 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 6 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 26 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 7 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 9 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 26 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 23 | 3 |
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Elysian, Shamley Green 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 Elysian, Shamley Green's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Elysian, Shamley Green is Good, from an inspection in November 2023.
When was Elysian, Shamley Green last inspected by Ofsted?
Elysian, Shamley Green was last inspected in November 2023.
How many pupils does Elysian, Shamley Green have?
Elysian, Shamley Green has 34 pupils on roll.
What age range does Elysian, Shamley Green cover?
Elysian, Shamley Green for pupils aged 11 to 17.
Where is Elysian, Shamley Green?
Elysian, Shamley Green is at Westland Farm, Lordshill Common, Guildford, Surrey, Surrey, GU5 0TL.