Spring Valley School
Spring Valley School is an independent special school in Erewash for pupils aged 5 to 16. It has 12 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Spring Valley School is Good, from an inspection in March 2025.
Ofsted inspection: March 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Spring Valley The Old Rectory Risley Lane Breaston DE72 3AU |
| Reference Number | 148406 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 12 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 83.33%
Girls: 16.67% |
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 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Spring Valley School, situated in Breaston, Derbyshire, is performing well overall, receiving a 'Good' rating across all areas of inspection. The school provides a positive and nurturing environment, which is particularly beneficial for pupils who often come from disrupted educational backgrounds. All students have an education, health and care plan (EHC plan) to address their social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, and the staff demonstrate a strong commitment to personalizing learning to meet these needs. The headteacher and staff have effectively fostered a culture where pupils feel safe and valued, leading to improved self-esteem and confidence.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Feb 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Mar 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 19 Sep 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Feb 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 03 Mar 2021 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Positive and nurturing environment that supports pupil well-being.
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils built on respect and care.
- Ambitious curriculum design allowing pupils to build knowledge step by step.
- Effective reading program that transforms pupils' attitudes toward reading.
- Comprehensive personal development and PSHE curriculum enriches learning experiences.
- Proactive support for pupils' special educational needs.
Areas for Improvement
- Occasional failure to correct pupils' misconceptions promptly.
- Delayed identification of reasons behind low attendance for some pupils.
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What is Spring Valley School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Spring Valley School is Good, from an inspection in March 2025.
When was Spring Valley School last inspected by Ofsted?
Spring Valley School was last inspected in March 2025.
How many pupils does Spring Valley School have?
Spring Valley School has 12 pupils on roll.
What age range does Spring Valley School cover?
Spring Valley School for pupils aged 5 to 16.
Where is Spring Valley School?
Spring Valley School is at Spring Valley, The Old Rectory, Risley Lane, Breaston, DE72 3AU.