Cambian Dunbroch School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Fordham Road Newmarket Suffolk CB8 7LF |
| Phone | 01638598660 |
| Reference Number | 149442 |
Cambian Dunbroch School has made significant progress since its previous inspection, moving from a status of 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good' across all evaluated areas. The school provides a supportive environment for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), helping them feel valued and building their self-esteem. The commitment of experienced teachers to know their pupils well leads to individualized curriculums that support engagement and academic success. Despite notable strengths in delivering quality education and personal development, attendance issues remain a concern, impacting some pupils' overall learning experience.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 9 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 11.11%
Girls: 88.89% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 Jul 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 Jul 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 03 Dec 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 09 May 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 19 Sep 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Oct 2022 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong individualized curriculums tailored to students' needs
- Experienced teachers who effectively support pupil engagement
- Good provision for personal, social, and health education
- Effective delivery of careers education and independent careers advice
- Safe and secure environment fostering positive attitudes to learning
- Collaboration with therapy and clinical teams for promptly addressing needs
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent tracking of pupil progress across individualized curriculums
- Some pupils lack regular attendance, affecting their learning outcomes
- Assessment information is not used effectively to gauge overall student achievement
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