Ryecroft School
Ryecroft School is an independent special school in Walsall for pupils aged 4 to 18. It has 57 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Ryecroft School is Good, from an inspection in May 2025.
Ofsted inspection: May 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 4-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Kent Street Walsall WS2 7AN |
| Reference Number | 150913 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 57 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 84.21%
Girls: 15.79% |
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 |
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Ryecroft School has demonstrated a solid overall performance, achieving good ratings in key areas such as the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, and leadership and management, while excelling in personal development. This independent special school, catering to students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), shows a strong commitment to helping students thrive. Staff are dedicated, and the school provides a nurturing environment where students are engaged in learning that is tailored to their individual needs.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 Apr 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 Apr 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Jul 2024 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong emphasis on personal development and life skills.
- Effective communication skills development among pupils.
- Ambitious and carefully structured curriculum.
- Positive and respectful relationships between staff and pupils.
- Supportive environment for staff well-being.
Areas for Improvement
- Some aspects of the creative curriculum are still under development.
- Limited breadth of opportunities in music, sport, and outdoor learning.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Ryecroft 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 Ryecroft School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Ryecroft School is Good, from an inspection in May 2025.
When was Ryecroft School last inspected by Ofsted?
Ryecroft School was last inspected in May 2025.
How many pupils does Ryecroft School have?
Ryecroft School has 57 pupils on roll.
What age range does Ryecroft School cover?
Ryecroft School for pupils aged 4 to 18.
Where is Ryecroft School?
Ryecroft School is at Kent Street, Walsall, WS2 7AN.