Chapel Bridge School
Chapel Bridge School is an independent special school in Plymouth for pupils aged 6 to 19. It has 100 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Chapel Bridge School is Good, from an inspection in November 2025.
Ofsted inspection: November 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 6-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 99 Craigie Drive Stonehouse Plymouth Devon PL1 3JL |
| Phone | 01752746333 |
| Reference Number | 149593 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 100 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 66%
Girls: 34% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Chapel Bridge School is likely to meet the independent school standards with its planned material changes, demonstrating a strong commitment to the welfare, health, and safety of its pupils. The school has implemented comprehensive safeguarding measures with well-trained staff and a supportive environment that empowers students to express concerns. With a clear vision from leadership and a focus on maintaining high staff-to-pupil ratios, the school is prepared for an increase in pupil capacity from 100 to 120, ensuring consistent and attentive supervision for all students, especially those with special educational needs and disabilities.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 Sep 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 25 Jun 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 24 May 2023 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong and embedded culture of safeguarding
- Comprehensive and secure health and safety systems
- Effective policies for pupil welfare
- Well-matched staff to pupil needs
- High standard of premises and accommodation
- Strong oversight and commitment from leadership
- Robust arrangements for safeguarding and pupil welfare
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Chapel Bridge 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 Chapel Bridge School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Chapel Bridge School is Good, from an inspection in November 2025.
When was Chapel Bridge School last inspected by Ofsted?
Chapel Bridge School was last inspected in November 2025.
How many pupils does Chapel Bridge School have?
Chapel Bridge School has 100 pupils on roll.
What age range does Chapel Bridge School cover?
Chapel Bridge School for pupils aged 6 to 19.
Where is Chapel Bridge School?
Chapel Bridge School is at 99 Craigie Drive, Stonehouse, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3JL.
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