The Fitzroy Academy
The Fitzroy Academy is an independent special school in Shrewsbury for pupils aged 7 to 18. It has 22 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The Fitzroy Academy is Good, from an inspection in November 2024.
Ofsted inspection: November 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Cruckton Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 8PR |
| Phone | 01939210040 |
| Reference Number | 148831 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 22 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 77.27%
Girls: 22.73% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
The Fitzroy Academy has made significant improvements since its last inspection, moving from a 'Requires Improvement' rating to 'Good' across all domains. The school provides a safe and supportive environment where pupils, many of whom have complex special educational needs and/or disabilities, thrive. Pupils are engaged and enjoy their time at school, demonstrating strong relationships with staff and each other. The curriculum is carefully designed to meet the diverse needs of the students, focusing on communication, language, and overall personal development.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 Oct 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 Oct 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 Apr 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 20 Sep 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 31 Jan 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 23 Aug 2022 | Additional inspection |
| 12 Jan 2022 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between pupils and staff.
- Ambitious vision for pupils' education and personal growth.
- Effective communication and language development curriculum.
- High priority on learning to read with successful phonics approach.
- Extensive opportunities for pupils to engage in community and life beyond school.
- Impressive staff training and induction for safeguarding and behaviour.
Areas for Improvement
- Some staff lack subject-specific training, limiting their ability to support pupils effectively.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at The Fitzroy Academy 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 Fitzroy Academy's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The Fitzroy Academy is Good, from an inspection in November 2024.
When was The Fitzroy Academy last inspected by Ofsted?
The Fitzroy Academy was last inspected in November 2024.
How many pupils does The Fitzroy Academy have?
The Fitzroy Academy has 22 pupils on roll.
What age range does The Fitzroy Academy cover?
The Fitzroy Academy for pupils aged 7 to 18.
Where is The Fitzroy Academy?
The Fitzroy Academy is at Cruckton, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5 8PR.