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About Nancealverne School

Nancealverne school we are committed to and passionate about the learning and progress of our pupils. We provide a specialist; high quality and relevant education for young people aged 3-19 who have moderate to complex learning difficulties.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 5.0
Teaching Quality 5.0
Communication 5.0
Student Wellbeing 5.0
Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 24 responses • 18.8% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

83.3% positive 12.5% negative

My child feels safe at this school

79.1% positive 16.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

70.9% positive 16.6% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

62.5% positive 25% negative

My child does well at this school

79.1% positive 16.7% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 24 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
20.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
6.4
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

Additional Information

9 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

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Reviews 3

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Emily W Unconfirmed
Parent Sep 1, 2022
5.0

"Exceptional Education and Support"

My child has been at Nancealverne School for 2 years now and we can't speak highly enough of the dedication and care of the teachers and staff. The school's focus on individualised learning and supporting each child's unique needs has been a game-changer for my child. We feel so lucky to be part of this community!
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Tom A Unconfirmed
Parent Jun 15, 2022
5.0

"Inclusive and Welcoming Environment"

We've been really impressed with the efforts of Nancealverne School to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students. The staff are passionate and dedicated, and the facilities are excellent. Our child has grown in confidence and made great progress since starting here.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 4/5
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Hannah G Unconfirmed
Parent Dec 22, 2021
4.0

"Mixed Experience"

We had a mixed experience at Nancealverne School. Some aspects of the education were great, but we felt that the communication from the school could be improved. However, we did appreciate the efforts of the teachers and the support provided to our child. Overall, it was an okay experience, but we're not sure if we'd recommend it to others.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 4/5

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