The Luccombe Hub
The Luccombe Hub is an independent special school in Blandford Forum for pupils aged 8 to 18. It has 26 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The Luccombe Hub is Good, from an inspection in May 2023.
Ofsted inspection: May 2023.
| 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 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 26 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 65.38%
Girls: 34.62% |
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 |
|---|
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.
| 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.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at The Luccombe Hub 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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1.33 miles |
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2.28 miles |
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| Name | Distance |
|
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1.34 miles |
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What is The Luccombe Hub's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The Luccombe Hub is Good, from an inspection in May 2023.
When was The Luccombe Hub last inspected by Ofsted?
The Luccombe Hub was last inspected in May 2023.
How many pupils does The Luccombe Hub have?
The Luccombe Hub has 26 pupils on roll.
What age range does The Luccombe Hub cover?
The Luccombe Hub for pupils aged 8 to 18.
Where is The Luccombe Hub?
The Luccombe Hub is at Unit 12, East Luccombe Farm, Milton Abbas, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0BD.
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