# Coombswood Special School — Halesowen, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.5/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Snita Verma

## Contact

- **Address:** Halesowen, Dudley
- **Phone:** 0121 573 0544
- **Website:** https://www.coombswoodschool.com/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/halesowen/coombswood-special-school-23039

## About

Coombswood School is a Special Educational Needs secondary school which is located in Halesowen, Dudley. We support learners aged 11-16 years old, with a wide range of Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, in particular, Autism, and leaners with mild learning difficulties.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Requires Improvement — May 2025

## Recent parent reviews

- **4/5** — A School That Truly Cares: I've been impressed by the way Coombswood School prioritizes the well-being and happiness of its students. The social skills development program has been a game-changer for my daughter, and the teachers are always available to offer additional support when needed. *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — Excellent Support for My Son: I've seen a huge improvement in my son's confidence and social skills since he joined Coombswood School. The staff are incredibly supportive and understanding, and the values of the school align perfectly with our own family values. DREAM is more than just an acronym! *(Aug 2022)*
- **4/5** — Some Great Aspects, But Room for Improvement: We've been pleased with the academic progress our son has made at Coombswood School, but we've experienced some inconsistencies in the quality of teaching. The school's community and charity work is excellent, but we feel that more could be done to engage parents in the decision-making process. *(Oct 2021)*
- **5/5** — A School That Truly Understands: We were blown away by the care and attention our daughter received at Coombswood School. The staff took the time to understand her individual needs and tailored their approach to support her. We're so grateful for the progress she made during her time there. *(Mar 2021)*

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