Pegasus School
Main Street, Cauldwell, Swadlincote, DE12 6RSOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Pegasus School is a special school in Swadlincote for ages 7 to 19. It is one of the 449 schools in Derbyshire. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in June 2025.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 17 June 2025, report published 17 July 2025
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 17 June 2025
Pegasus School transforms pupils' lives. Pupils are nurtured and cared for exceptionally well. They feel safe and know that staff understand them. Pupils show determination in overcoming difficulties. Staff and pupils live out the school's values to 'be safe, be a good friend, be yourself and be happy'. The school is passionate and ambitious for all to succeed. It sets high expectations of pupils' learning. These expectations are met consistently. Pupils make small steps that are significant gains in their learning. Pupils' successes are praised and celebrated. Pupils' attendance improves significantly during their time at the school, especially when considering their low or non-attendance in their previous schools. They love the school. Staff are particularly skilled in helping pupils understand their emotions and how to self-regulate their behaviour. Pupils' behaviours and attitudes improve markedly over time. Pupils appreciate the school's extensive outdoor spaces, including the woodland area. The range of facilities is excellent. Pupils adore having the animals on site. Bolt, one of the goats, is much liked. Parents and carers have very positive views of the school. One parent, echoing the views of others, commented, 'The staff are beautifully attuned to my child's needs and have found creative, personalised ways to engage them and make progress.' The school is a place of joy and happiness.
Pupil numbers and mix
31 pupils on roll, with places for 38
Schools near Pegasus School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bladon House School | 5 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| The Fountains High School | 6 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 2.7 |
| The Fountains Primary School | 6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 0% met the expected standard |
| Castleview School | 7 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Attainment 8: 6.5 |
| The Bayleaf Hub | 7 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Other independent special school
- Sector
- Independent
- Age range
- 7 to 19
- Gender
- Mixed
- Admissions
- Selective
- Boarding places
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Mitchell Hubbard
- Phone
- 01283761352
- Address
- Main Street, Cauldwell, Swadlincote, DE12 6RS
- Local authority
- Derbyshire
- URN
- 132120
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.