Glebe School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 4 February 2025

Glebe School is a welcoming and inclusive community where pupils feel safe, valued, and ready to learn. The school is dedicated to meeting the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). It offers a carefully designed curriculum that builds independence and resilience. From their first days at Glebe, pupils are introduced to clear routines and high expectations, helping them to settle quickly and feel secure. Respect and kindness are at the heart of the school's culture. Staff model high standards of behaviour and pupils respond positively, creating a calm and supportive atmosphere. In lessons, teachers set ambitious goals, encouraging pupils to push themselves beyond their starting points. For example, in English, the aspirational curriculum enables pupils who are new to reading to quickly move from simple texts to adapted versions of literary classics. This develops both literacy skills and a love of books. The school prepares pupils well for the future. They receive high-quality careers advice, take part in work experience and learn essential life skills such as managing money, travelling independently and looking after themselves at home. As a result, pupils leave Glebe with the confidence and skills that they need to succeed in further education and their adult life.

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