Abbey School for Exceptional Children - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Abbey School for Exceptional Children
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Abbey School for Exceptional Children
- All-through
- Cheshire West and Chester CH1 2HU
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well academically and develop crucial life skills.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Well-trained staff manage challenging behaviours; pupils feel valued.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff tailor the curriculum and adapt teaching to reduce learning barriers.
Academic Progress: Pupils follow personalized curriculums, ensuring broad learning opportunities.
Behaviour and Attitudes: School promotes mutual respect and self-esteem among pupils.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Lesson plans cater to individual aptitudes, aiding in knowledge acquisition.
Teacher Engagement: Staff work as a close-knit team with on-site specialists.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Curriculum delivery helps pupils remember and use knowledge confidently.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching effectively enables new skills and understanding based on ability.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff have secure subject knowledge but some subject leadership is still developing.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents work together with staff to help pupils improve life skills.
Communication with Parents: Policies are available to parents; clear visual cues support accessibility.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents praise the development of their child's life skills and appreciate the support and care provided.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders respond quickly to concerns and refer to appropriate agencies when required.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders create an ambitious curriculum and ensure safeguarding policies are available online.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders have strong knowledge of learning needs, ensuring standards are met.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Staff respond quickly to signs of bullying, ensuring pupil safety and minimal disruption.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Caring staff help pupils manage their own behaviour increasingly well.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Regular safeguarding training and quick response to pupil welfare concerns ensure safety.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding policies and frequent training ensure student welfare.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Health and safety procedures are robust and well-maintained.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils enjoy learning about the wider world and new experiences like different sports and foods.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Curriculum helps pupils engage in activities that improve fitness and diet.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils grow vegetables in a horticulture garden and learn life skills in the local community.
Outdoor Facilities: Three separate outdoor spaces available for physical and play activities.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils receive effective, impartial careers information advice and guidance.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Careful consideration of learning opportunities helps prepare pupils for adulthood.
Support for SEND: Well-established routines and effective therapeutic support for pupils with complex SEND.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of subjects with well-designed curriculum, tailored for each pupil.
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About Us
Abbey School for Exceptional Children is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Cheshire, North West.
It has 94 students from age 4-19 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-19 | 5-18 | 2-19 |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | 6.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
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| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
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