Selwyn Hall School
Selwyn Hall School is an independent special school in Cambridge for pupils aged 7 to 18. It has 50 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Selwyn Hall School is Good, from an inspection in January 2026.
Ofsted inspection: January 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Royston Road Foxton Cambridge CB22 6SE |
| Reference Number | 149560 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 50 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 68%
Girls: 32% |
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 |
|---|
Selwyn Hall School has been found to be likely to meet the independent school standards, contingent upon the implementation of proposed material changes to increase its capacity. The school excels in safeguarding and health and safety, with established protocols and regular training ensuring a secure environment for its pupils. Its leadership effectively manages the school’s expansion, ensuring that the provision remains high-quality and supportive as the number of pupils increases.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 12 Nov 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 12 Nov 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 07 Feb 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2023 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong safeguarding and child protection policies are in place.
- Staff receive comprehensive and regular safeguarding training.
- Effective communication with parents and local authorities.
- Well-maintained and safe school premises with appropriate health and safety checks.
- Robust risk assessment systems tailored to individual pupil needs.
- Effective management of school expansion with sufficient staff and resources.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Selwyn Hall 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 Selwyn Hall School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Selwyn Hall School is Good, from an inspection in January 2026.
When was Selwyn Hall School last inspected by Ofsted?
Selwyn Hall School was last inspected in January 2026.
How many pupils does Selwyn Hall School have?
Selwyn Hall School has 50 pupils on roll.
What age range does Selwyn Hall School cover?
Selwyn Hall School for pupils aged 7 to 18.
Where is Selwyn Hall School?
Selwyn Hall School is at Royston Road, Foxton, Cambridge, CB22 6SE.