Heather Bridge School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 6-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Princetown Road Dousland Yelverton Devon PL20 6NN |
| Phone | 01822661444 |
| Reference Number | 149595 |
Heather Bridge School has been evaluated as a good institution in its first inspection, with the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership all receiving positive feedback. The school successfully serves students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), primarily focusing on re-engaging pupils who have had disrupted educational experiences. Its strong culture around relationships ensures that students feel safe and cared for, contributing to their growing confidence and development of future aspirations.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 40 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 42.5%
Girls: 57.5% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 10 Dec 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Dec 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 31 Aug 2023 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong focus on relationships that promote safety and security for pupils.
- Effective support for pupils' social and emotional needs.
- Ambitious curriculum tailored to meet individual students' interests and needs.
- Focus on reading and shared enjoyment of literature through regular library visits.
- Proprietor body prioritizes staff professional development and empowerment.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent adaptation of teaching to meet academic learning needs.
- Lack of clarity and effectiveness in the approach to teaching writing skills.
- Some subject matter not presented clearly, hindering pupil learning.
- Occasional mismatch between activities and intended learning outcomes.
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