R.E.A.L. Independent Schools Mansfield
6 Woodhouse Road, Mansfield, NG18 2ADOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
R.E.A.L. Independent Schools Mansfield is a special school in Mansfield for ages 7 to 19. It is one of the 364 schools in Nottinghamshire. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 12 March 2024, report published 2 May 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Sixth form provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 12 March 2024
R.E.A.L. Independent Schools, Mansfield provides pupils with a fresh start to their education. Many have had a tough time in previous schools and have been absent from school for prolonged periods of time. As they walk through the door, a sign reminds pupils that it is a 'new day, new start'. Pupils appreciate the support they receive to re-engage in their learning. One pupil said, 'Everyone understands me. I am accepted here.' The school wants the best for pupils. Staff spend time getting to know each pupil as an individual. As they develop the bespoke curriculum offer, staff take into account pupils' strengths and interests. Over time, the school patiently supports pupils to improve their self-esteem and change their attitudes to a 'can do' narrative. Staff have a positive rapport with pupils. They are well trained to spot when pupils are feeling anxious or unhappy. They offer the right support at these points. This helps to establish a calm learning environment. Pupils trust the adults who support them. They agree that they feel safe in school. Parents and carers are full of praise for the school. One parent said, 'The school has made a huge difference to our lives'.
What the school should improve
- There are some weaknesses in the delivery of the school's phonics programme. This has the capacity to slow the pace at which pupils learn to read fluently. The school should ensure that all staff have the expertise they need to deliver phonics lessons with skill and confidence.
- Some pupils do not enjoy reading and do not regard themselves as good readers. They miss out on the joy that books can bring and the extra knowledge they can gain through reading for themselves. Leaders should ensure that pupils receive the support they require to overcome the barriers that are preventing them from reading for pleasure.
- Some staff do not have the skills they need to confidently adapt how they teach the curriculum to meet the needs of pupils. This can lead to pupils struggling to access the intended learning as well as they should. The school should make sure that all staff know how best they can support pupils to access the intended curriculum and achieve as highly as they should.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
61 pupils in the year group
Pupil numbers and mix
145 pupils on roll, with places for 205
Schools near R.E.A.L. Independent Schools Mansfield
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizons Academy | 0.8 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| The Beech Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 6.4 |
| Redgate Primary Academy | 1 mile | Report card: Strong standard | 0% met the expected standard |
| Yeoman Park Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | 0% met the expected standard |
| Dawn House School | 3 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 3.1 |
School details
- School type
- Other independent special school
- Sector
- Independent
- Age range
- 7 to 19
- Gender
- Mixed
- Headteacher
- Miss Kirsten Gibson
- Phone
- 01623423411
- Address
- 6 Woodhouse Road, Mansfield, NG18 2AD
- Local authority
- Nottinghamshire
- URN
- 142538
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.