Special
Ofsted Good
About The Shires
We are a small independent day school set in Stretton village in the heart of Rutland, offering specialist secondary education for pupils aged 11-19 years old. We are committed to promoting “Wellbeing & Learning for Independence”
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Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.3
Teaching Quality
4.7
Communication
4.7
Student Wellbeing
4.3
Facilities
4.3
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
1.5
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
6 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 4
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Rachel W
Unconfirmed
Parent
Nov 25, 2022
3.0
"Some mixed feelings about our experience"
We've had a mixed experience at Stretton Shires. While the staff are caring and the facilities are good, we've had some issues with communication and consistency. We're hoping things will improve as our daughter approaches the end of her time at the school.
Safety & Wellbeing
3/5
Teaching & Learning
3/5
Communication
3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
3/5
Facilities
3/5
E
Emily B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 15, 2022
5.0
"A game-changer for our son"
We were blown away by the specialist education and facilities at Stretton Shires. The "Wellbeing & Learning for Independence" approach has been a game-changer for our son and we've seen a huge improvement in his confidence and academic abilities.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
D
David F
Unconfirmed
Parent
Mar 20, 2021
5.0
"A supportive and inclusive community"
Our son has thrived at Stretton Shires thanks to the school's supportive and inclusive community. The staff are caring and knowledgeable, and the facilities are excellent. We're so grateful we made the decision to send him here.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
H
Hannah G
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2020
4.0
"A special place for our daughter"
As a former parent, I have a unique perspective on the school and can honestly say it was a special place for our daughter. The staff went above and beyond to support her and we saw real progress and growth during her time at Stretton Shires.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
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