Ofsted

Ofsted Reports

The Pines School was inspected by Ofsted in February 2025 and was judged to be good in all areas.

Here are a few highlights from our report:

• There is an infectious positivity in this welcoming and extremely popular school.
• Staff are diligent about how effectively they supervise pupils and ensure that they are safe.
• The school has designed and put in place an ambitious and intelligently structured curriculum for all subjects.
• Staff have a good understanding of  pupils needs, ensuring activities are accessible and achievable.
• The wider development of pupils is high on the school’s agenda.
• The vast majority of parents are extremely appreciative of the caring culture of the school and say that their children have benefited greatly from their time here
• There is an enormous sense of pride and satisfaction among staff
• Governors too are proud to be associated with the Pines Special School and fulfil their roles with diligence.

Parent View gives parents and carers the opportunity to tell Ofsted what they think of their child’s school. The questionnaire can be completed at any time. Parents and carers don’t have to wait until the school is being inspected.

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