The Lady Byron School
The Lady Byron School is an independent special school in Harborough for pupils aged 5 to 17. It has 27 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The Lady Byron School is Good, from an inspection in September 2025. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 11.0, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: September 2025. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-17 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | The Cedars 11 High Street Fleckney Leicestershire LE8 8AJ |
| Phone | 01164670811 |
| Reference Number | 148424 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 27 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.15%
Girls: 51.85% |
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 |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
The Lady Byron School has been judged as good overall, continuing its positive performance from previous inspections. The school, which serves pupils with autism and associated SEND, has implemented a strong curriculum tailored to the needs of its students, fostering a positive environment where personal development and wellbeing are prioritized. Pupils exhibit good behavior, build strong relationships, and are prepared effectively for adulthood through supportive programs and guidance.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Jun 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 01 Feb 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Mar 2021 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils
- Strong support for pupils with SEND
- Effective phonics and reading programs
- Well-planned personal, social, and health education curriculum
- Clear vision and purpose from leadership
- Good measures in place for pupil welfare and safeguarding
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum lacks clarity on key content in some areas
- No systematic approach to developing handwriting skills
- Assessments not always aligned with curriculum expectations
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at The Lady Byron 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 The Lady Byron School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The Lady Byron School is Good, from an inspection in September 2025.
When was The Lady Byron School last inspected by Ofsted?
The Lady Byron School was last inspected in September 2025.
How many pupils does The Lady Byron School have?
The Lady Byron School has 27 pupils on roll.
What age range does The Lady Byron School cover?
The Lady Byron School for pupils aged 5 to 17.
What are The Lady Byron School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 11.0, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is The Lady Byron School?
The Lady Byron School is at The Cedars, 11 High Street, Fleckney, Leicestershire, LE8 8AJ.