Coombswood Special School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Laborem Place Halesowen West Midlands B62 8BH |
| Phone | 01215730544 |
| Reference Number | 150053 |
Coombswood Special School has shown significant improvement since its last inspection in September 2024, demonstrating that it meets all independent school standards checked during this monitoring inspection. The school effectively tailors its curriculum to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, all of whom have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring they achieve well. The leadership has implemented strategic training and support for staff, which has been pivotal in enhancing the quality of education offered. The school's focus on personalizing learning and thorough assessment methods ensures that each pupil's educational journey is effectively monitored and adapted based on their progress.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 26 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 80.77%
Girls: 19.23% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| Last Report Date | 07 May 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 May 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 24 Sep 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 24 Aug 2023 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Well-adapted curriculum tailored to individual pupil needs
- High expectations for the quality of pupils' work
- Effective use of resources to support SEND
- Strategic leadership ensuring continuous improvement
- Robust systems for monitoring pupil progress
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