Chilworth House School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 14 November 2023

From the moment pupils join this exceptional school, their sense of self-worth, self- confidence and happiness grows rapidly. Pupils experience an excellent level of nurture and support because staff expertly build strong and trusting relationships with them. Pupils learn highly effective strategies to regulate their emotions, manage their behaviour and communicate their feelings successfully. As one pupil rightly explained, 'At Chilworth, we can just be ourselves. We know that we are not going to be left out because we are seen as naughty or out of control.' Pupils blossom at this highly inclusive school. The inspirational curriculum is brought to life through thrilling trips to the zoo, the theatre, a goat sanctuary, a theme park in France and the boxing academy. Pupils also cherish the extensive range of opportunities and the chance to discover new hobbies. Clubs such as chess, bingo, knitting, horticulture and animal husbandry are special highlights. Pupils play a vital part in the community. They regularly organise and run a stall at the local market, where they sell ornaments and trinkets they make. Pupils volunteer at the soft play centre nearby. They thrive and achieve in this highly caring school where expectations of what they can accomplish are uncompromisingly high.

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