Stannard School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Ridgeway Avenue Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 4QL |
| Reference Number | 150413 |
Stannard School is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' rating in all inspected categories, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. This inspection marks the school's first evaluation since its inception, highlighting the staff's dedication to providing a supportive learning environment for pupils, many of whom have faced significant challenges prior to attending the school. The school's leaders have prioritized personal development and safety, fostering strong relationships that help pupils feel secure and motivated to learn.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 21 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 71.43%
Girls: 28.57% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 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 | 04 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Feb 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 13 Dec 2023 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Staff build respectful and trusting relationships with pupils.
- Engaging lessons capture pupils' interests and motivate them to learn.
- A sequential curriculum is developed to meet the knowledge and skills needs of pupils.
- Teachers have high expectations and good subject knowledge.
- The school prioritizes reading and provides targeted support to close gaps.
- Pupils learn important skills for independence and personal development.
- There is strong support for staff well-being and workload.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent adjustments in curriculum delivery affect knowledge retention.
- Some subjects lack full evaluation of teaching effectiveness.
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