Oliver House School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 10 October 2023

Pupils delight in attending this unique school. They feel highly valued and appreciated. Pupils' many individual talents and achievements are celebrated. Parents and carers and pupils described the support that they have received through the school as life-changing. High-quality, specialist staff build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and with their families. This ensures that pupils thrive and receive the highest level of care possible. Staff have exceedingly high expectations of, and are highly ambitious for, every pupil. Staff have an extremely well-developed understanding of pupils' special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The bespoke curriculum that is in place for each pupil means that they achieve incredibly well. Pupils have a wealth of opportunities to take an active part in decision-making in school and to contribute to their community. For example, the school council has played an active part in fundraising for charity. Other pupils gained valuable life skills through gardening in the local area. Pupils learn to regulate their behaviour exceptionally well. This allows them to take part in, and enjoy, a wide range of activities and interests. Pupils acquire the breadth of skills that they need in order to be successful in life and adulthood. Leaders and staff are relentless in ensuring that pupils progress to aspirational destinations following their time at the school. This is because the quality of education that pupils receive is excellent, and pupils shine.

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