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Hill House School
- Secondary
- Boldre SO41 8NE
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make exceptional progress from their starting points.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils develop ownership over how they regulate their behaviour, resulting in an exceptionally calm learning environment.
Qualifications and Training: Staff have specialisms and a wealth of experience to creatively re-engage pupils with education.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders focus on exploring wider professional learning opportunities.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff describe the school as a 'second family' due to strong positive relationships and caring culture.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents commend the school for the opportunities provided for their children.
Communication: Learning achievements are shared with families in photo and video form.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents note the improvements the school makes to their child’s wellbeing.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: School leaders focus on safeguarding and pupil interests first.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders advocate and plan rigorously for pupils' transition to their next setting.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school's therapeutic approach supports behaviour and wellbeing.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils participate in sensory arts festival, theatre visits, and Duke of Edinburgh's award scheme.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils achieve relevant accreditations which celebrate their achievements and successes.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils engage with the natural environment within the school grounds and local area.
Career Counselling Services: Focus is on preparation for a successful future through various practical activities.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Pupils benefit from rich opportunities to work on land studies.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Expert staff construct a completely individualised curriculum for each pupil.
Subjects Offered: Curriculum focuses on communication, self-regulation, resilience, independence, and discovery.
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About Us
Hill House School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 29 students from age 11-19 yr.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-16 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | 5.5 | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 3% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd 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 | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
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