The Luccombe Hub
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 8-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Unit 12 East Luccombe Farm Milton Abbas Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 0BD |
| Phone | 07930226886 |
| Reference Number | 147906 |
The Luccombe Hub, an independent special school, has shown good overall effectiveness in its first inspection. With a focus on educating pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), the school creates a nurturing environment that helps students thrive after experiencing significant educational disruptions. Pupils benefit from a well-structured curriculum that combines therapeutic elements with academic learning, effectively preparing them for their next educational or employment steps. Parents are highly satisfied with the school, praising the support their children receive and the positive impacts on mental health and family life.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 29 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 72.41%
Girls: 27.59% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 Mar 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Mar 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Dec 2021 | Pre-registration inspection |
| 21 Jul 2020 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Outstanding behaviour management and attitudes to learning.
- Effective therapeutic support tailored to individual needs.
- Strong emphasis on personal development and life skills.
- High-quality reading programs that build confidence in pupils.
- Proactive leadership that supports staff and addresses pupil needs.
Areas for Improvement
- Staff need to improve their in-depth knowledge of the curriculum's core content.
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