Pegasus School

  • Special
  • Independent
  • Ages 7 to 19
Ofsted: Outstanding

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

Special educational needs support0%

0%, 14.8 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan100%

100%, 94 percentage points above the England average of 6%.

Schools near Pegasus School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Bladon House School5 milesOfsted: GoodNot published
The Fountains High School6 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 2.7
The Fountains Primary School6 milesOfsted: Good0% met the expected standard
Castleview School7 milesNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 6.5
The Bayleaf Hub7 milesReport card: Needs attention to expected standardNot 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
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.