Allerthorpe School
Allerthorpe School is an independent special school in East Riding Of Yorkshire for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has 20 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Allerthorpe School is Good, from an inspection in November 2025.
Ofsted inspection: November 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Innov8 Business Park Carr Lane Pocklington YO42 1NT |
| Reference Number | 150452 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 20 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 70%
Girls: 30% |
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 |
|---|
Allerthorpe School has performed well in its first Ofsted inspection, achieving a 'Good' rating overall. The school is characterized by its welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where pupils can thrive academically and socially. There is strong parental feedback indicating positive experiences and effective communication between the school and families. The leadership has successfully managed the school's development since its opening, ensuring knowledgeable staff and a supportive environment for all students, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). However, there are areas of concern regarding the alignment of lesson content with the intended curriculum, which occasionally hinders students' understanding.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Sep 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 26 Mar 2024 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a welcoming and inclusive environment.
- Staff build positive relationships with pupils quickly.
- High levels of support from knowledgeable staff.
- Ambitious and well-adapted curriculum.
- Effective reading support leading to improved fluency.
- Strong personal development and high-quality PSHE education.
- Pupils show significant improvements in behaviour and attendance.
Areas for Improvement
- Lessons sometimes do not align closely with the intended curriculum.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Allerthorpe 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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| Name | Distance |
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What is Allerthorpe School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Allerthorpe School is Good, from an inspection in November 2025.
When was Allerthorpe School last inspected by Ofsted?
Allerthorpe School was last inspected in November 2025.
How many pupils does Allerthorpe School have?
Allerthorpe School has 20 pupils on roll.
What age range does Allerthorpe School cover?
Allerthorpe School for pupils aged 11 to 16.
Where is Allerthorpe School?
Allerthorpe School is at Innov8 Business Park, Carr Lane, Pocklington, YO42 1NT.