Fountain Head House School
Fountain Head House School is an independent special school in Saltash for pupils aged 4 to 16. It has 81 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Fountain Head House School is Inadequate, from an inspection in January 2023.
Ofsted inspection: January 2023.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 4-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Saltash Campus Church Road Saltash Cornwall PL12 4AE |
| Phone | 01752853891 |
| Reference Number | 148497 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 81 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 74.07%
Girls: 25.93% |
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 |
|---|
Fountain Head House School has made significant progress since its last inspection, meeting all the independent school standards checked during this monitoring inspection. Leaders have successfully implemented a clear curriculum policy that meets the academic and social needs of the pupils, including a new phonics program. Safeguarding practices have also been strengthened, with appropriate recruitment processes now in place. The leadership team has demonstrated a commitment to improvement, resulting in a positive school culture where pupils feel safe and supported.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Inadequate |
| Last Report Date | 23 Nov 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Nov 2022 | Additional inspection |
| 17 May 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 Mar 2021 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Effective implementation of a clear and relevant curriculum policy
- Introduction of a new synthetic phonics program to support early reading
- Development of a comprehensive PSHE curriculum
- Implementation of an impartial careers guidance program
- Strengthened safeguarding practices and robust recruitment processes
- Strong leadership demonstrating capacity for school improvement
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Fountain Head House School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 98.8% 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 Fountain Head House School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Fountain Head House School is Inadequate, from an inspection in January 2023.
When was Fountain Head House School last inspected by Ofsted?
Fountain Head House School was last inspected in January 2023.
How many pupils does Fountain Head House School have?
Fountain Head House School has 81 pupils on roll.
What age range does Fountain Head House School cover?
Fountain Head House School for pupils aged 4 to 16.
Where is Fountain Head House School?
Fountain Head House School is at Saltash Campus, Church Road, Saltash, Cornwall, PL12 4AE.
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