Kaleidoscope School
Kaleidoscope School is an independent special school in Newcastle-Under-Lyme for pupils aged 4 to 16. It has 41 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Kaleidoscope School is Good, from an inspection in April 2025.
Ofsted inspection: April 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 4-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Porthill Lodge High Street Wolstanton Newcastle-Under-Lyme ST5 0EZ |
| Reference Number | 149024 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 41 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 68.29%
Girls: 31.71% |
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 |
|---|
Kaleidoscope School is likely to meet the relevant independent school standards if the proposed material changes are approved and implemented. The school has developed a well-structured curriculum designed to cater to older pupils with complex needs and aims to prepare them for their next steps post-16. There is an emphasis on a broad range of subjects and pathways that suit diverse learning needs, which is commendable. The provision is bolstered by an effective PSHE curriculum and a strong focus on personal, social, health, and economic education, ensuring students develop crucial life skills.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 06 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Mar 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 07 Nov 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2022 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Well-designed and broad curriculum for key stages 3 and 4.
- Effective and knowledgeable staff who understand pupils' diverse needs.
- Strong focus on personal, social, health, and economic education.
- Comprehensive safeguarding and health and safety policies in place.
- Robust plans for implementing additional pupil support and training.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Kaleidoscope 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 Kaleidoscope School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Kaleidoscope School is Good, from an inspection in April 2025.
When was Kaleidoscope School last inspected by Ofsted?
Kaleidoscope School was last inspected in April 2025.
How many pupils does Kaleidoscope School have?
Kaleidoscope School has 41 pupils on roll.
What age range does Kaleidoscope School cover?
Kaleidoscope School for pupils aged 4 to 16.
Where is Kaleidoscope School?
Kaleidoscope School is at Porthill Lodge, High Street, Wolstanton, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 0EZ.