Shaftesbury High School

URN: 102260 • Harrow HA3 6LE

Overview

Name
Shaftesbury High School
URN
102260
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
36.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sage Ball (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02084282482
Website
Visit
Address
Headstone Lane, Harrow HA3 6LE

Summary

Shaftesbury High School is a community special school located in Harrow, catering to a mixed-gender student body of 171 pupils, with a capacity of 175. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing environment that prioritises the unique and complex needs of its students. Shaftesbury's ethos is built on values of positivity, wellbeing, and empowerment, fostering a culture of kindness, respect, and resilience among its community.

The curriculum at Shaftesbury High School is designed to be aspirational and engaging, focusing on practical, social, and emotional life skills alongside academic achievement. The school offers personalised learning experiences tailored to individual Education Health Care Plans (EHCPs), ensuring that each student can progress at their own pace. The sixth form provides additional opportunities for qualifications and life skills training, preparing students for a smooth transition into adulthood and independent living.

Shaftesbury High School prides itself on its strong community ties and collaborative approach, working closely with families and multiple professionals to support students' development. With a commitment to creating a calm and respectful learning environment, the school aims to empower students to become confident and well-rounded individuals.

Key details

LA
Harrow
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
175
Pupils
171
Boys
108
Girls
63
FSM %
47.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 171 108 63 175 47.20
2024-09-11 165 101 64 175 44.90
2023-09-11 173 114 59 175 41.70
2022-09-11 173 114 59 180 41.70
2021-09-11 172 113 59 200 41.50
2020-09-11 163 105 58 200 32.80

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