Maple Grove School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Maple Grove School
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Maple Grove School
- All-through
- Cheshire West and Chester CH2 3HR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Leaders have created a broad and ambitious curriculum that helps pupils build knowledge in a logical order, aiding them to remember what they have learned.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils listen carefully in lessons, enjoy answering teachers’ questions, and take pride in their achievements. Behaviour is managed sensitively to help pupils cope with difficult situations and continue learning.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff identify gaps in pupils' learning early and plan interventions to help them catch up, particularly in phonics.
Academic Progress: Pupils' progress is regularly assessed and shared with parents.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Focus on managing behaviour for future life, policies assert no tolerance for bullying.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Regular assessments inform tailored teaching strategies.
Teacher Engagement: All staff have had training in key areas such as phonics and safeguarding, ensuring effective teaching and pupil welfare.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers regularly check that pupils understand new learning, revisiting important concepts to ensure retention.
Teacher Engagement: Staff receive necessary guidance to deliver the curriculum effectively.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Secure systems in place to check progress and adapt teaching.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff equipped with required skills to meet new curriculum needs.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: In some subjects, leaders lack training which limits their ability to support colleagues. Leaders must ensure all subject leaders are trained adequately.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents appreciate the care and education provided; the school involves parents in various activities and communicates effectively.
Communication with Parents: The school’s website displays comprehensive information, including policies and how the school supports children with disabilities.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents feel the staff are brilliant, passionate, and caring towards both children and parents, contributing to high levels of satisfaction.
Communication with Parents: Regular updates on pupil progress shared with parents.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: School leaders maintain positive relationships with pupils and parents, ensuring any issues are addressed promptly.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders work well with staff and other professionals to create a curriculum that suits pupils' needs and sets clear goals for their achievement.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Curriculum designed for comprehensive skill development in readiness for future life.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying is unacceptable and staff are quick to stop it if it occurs. Pupils feel safe and know who to talk to if worried.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: The school is calm and orderly, with skilled staff helping pupils manage their behaviour.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: The school follows all health and safety requirements and promotes healthy relationships and internet safety.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Policies in place to promote responsible behaviour and address bullying.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils engage in fundraising, community events, horse-riding lessons, and care for animals. These activities enhance personal development.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Extracurricular activities are well integrated, supporting pupils' diverse interests and personal growth.
Outdoor Facilities: The school has a spacious playground for games and natural areas for learning about nature and the environment.
Career Counselling Services: Older pupils receive expert careers guidance, including visits from local professionals.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Curriculum plans ensure pupils are prepared for subsequent stages of their education, including key stages and early years.
Career Counselling Services: Impartial careers advice tailored to individual needs provided.
Support for SEND: The school caters to pupils with various SEND, with leaders working closely with staff and professionals to tailor the education to their needs.
Support for SEND: Curriculum considers specific needs of students with SEND.
Subjects Offered: Broad range includes English, mathematics, science, digital skills, art, PE, and employability skills.
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Maple Grove School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Cheshire, North West.
It has 50 students from age 5-18 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Ben, who received his schooling at Trinity College Dublin and the University of Cambridge, has worked with children who have autism and other special needs ever since he earned his teaching credential in 2003. Because of his commitment to relationship-based, person-centered assistance and behaviour analysis master's degree, Ben has always liked dealing with students who have the most complex needs. With an emphasis on curriculum design and assessment, this has covered children who have communication challenges and behavioural problems. Ben has worked as a specialised advising teacher for Cheshire West and Chester's Autism Team as well as a number of very successful special schools.
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| Age range | 5-18 | 4-19 | 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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