Bankside School
Bankside School is an independent special school in Malvern for pupils aged 11 to 18. It has 61 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Bankside School is Good, from an inspection in May 2024.
Ofsted inspection: May 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | The Rhydd Hanley Castle Malvern Worcestershire WR8 0AD |
| Phone | 01905388897 |
| Reference Number | 149911 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 61 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 59.02%
Girls: 40.98% |
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 |
|---|
Bankside School has performed well in its first full inspection, achieving a good standard across all evaluated areas including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. The dedicated staff foster a nurturing environment that supports students, particularly those who have faced challenges in their previous educational experiences. With individualized education and transition plans in place for each pupil, the school aims to help them reconnect warmly with learning and build their confidence.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 16 Apr 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 16 Apr 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 26 Jul 2023 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Caring and inclusive school culture
- Strong support for pupils with special educational needs
- Effective collaboration between education and therapy staff
- Personalized learning targets for each pupil
- Strong focus on personal, social, and health education
- Commitment to improving pupils’ confidence and social skills
- Well-structured curriculum pathways for students
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum does not clearly highlight key foundational knowledge
- Inconsistent subject knowledge among some teachers
- Limited meaningful encounters with the world of work
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Bankside 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 Bankside School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Bankside School is Good, from an inspection in May 2024.
When was Bankside School last inspected by Ofsted?
Bankside School was last inspected in May 2024.
How many pupils does Bankside School have?
Bankside School has 61 pupils on roll.
What age range does Bankside School cover?
Bankside School for pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is Bankside School?
Bankside School is at The Rhydd, Hanley Castle, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR8 0AD.