Light Years School

Light Years School has received its first inspection and is performing exceptionally well across all assessed areas, earning an overall effectiveness rating of 'Outstanding'. The school provides a supportive and nurturing environment where pupils thrive academically and personally, benefiting from a carefully crafted curriculum tailored to their needs. Parents express high satisfaction with the school's impact on their children's lives, highlighting the school’s dedication to fostering inclusion and providing personalised support. The school prioritizes holistic development alongside a robust academic curriculum, allowing pupils to engage meaningfully with their education. The teaching staff demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and utilize a multi-sensory approach to cater to diverse learning styles. This combined approach has led to exemplary behaviour among pupils, who feel safe and empowered to manage their own learning and emotions. The governance of the school is strong, ensuring that independent school standards are consistently met.

Strengths

• Outstanding quality of education across all domains.
• Highly ambitious and well-tailored curriculum.
• Exemplary behaviour and attitudes from pupils.
• Strong emphasis on personal development and emotional support.
• Effective communication and involvement with parents.
• Multi-sensory teaching approaches cater to diverse needs.
• High priority given to reading and literacy development.
• Robust systems for tracking pupil progress and achievements.

In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Light Years 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 Light Years School's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Light Years School is Outstanding, from an inspection in September 2024.

When was Light Years School last inspected by Ofsted?

Light Years School was last inspected in September 2024.

How many pupils does Light Years School have?

Light Years School has 34 pupils on roll.

What age range does Light Years School cover?

Light Years School for pupils aged 7 to 11.

Where is Light Years School?

Light Years School is at Building A, Tewkesbury Avenue, Fareham, Hampshire, PO15 6LL.