Stone Hill School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 13 May 2025

Pupils thrive in this welcoming, nurturing and inclusive school. The environment is a calm, attractive and pleasant place for pupils to learn and socialise. Staff build trusting and supportive relationships with pupils. They get to know pupils well and work in partnership with parents and carers. Pupils are respected, valued as individuals and well cared for. They know that staff will help them with any worries they may have. Pupils are extremely well prepared for life beyond school and into adulthood. This shines through the ambitious curriculum and plethora of enrichment opportunities that pupils enjoy. The school places pupils' education, health and care plans (EHC plan) at the centre of their learning, enrichment and support. Pupils flourish because staff are adept in knowing how to meet pupils' individual needs highly effectively. Pupils rise to the school's high expectations. They are enthusiastic learners who behave in an exemplary way. They have positive attitudes, feel safe and are motivated to attend school. A variety of lunchtime clubs, visits to the local area and trips linked to the curriculum support pupils' wider development superbly. Pupils appreciate the sensitively designed residential experiences. Older pupils benefit greatly from work experience opportunities and participation in the Duke of Edinburgh Award's scheme.

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