Ruckleigh School
URN: 104127 • Solihull B91 2AB
Overview
- Name
- Ruckleigh School
- URN
- 104127
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 41.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dominic Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01217052773
- Website
- Visit Ruckleigh School website
- Address
-
17 Lode Lane, Solihull B91 2AB
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Summary
Ruckleigh School is an independent preparatory school located in Solihull, catering to children aged 3 to 11. Established in 1909, the school has a long-standing commitment to co-education and nurturing a supportive learning environment. With a current enrolment of 164 pupils, Ruckleigh fosters a close-knit community where each child is known and their individual needs are addressed.
The school's curriculum emphasizes academic excellence while encouraging creativity and a love for learning. Ruckleigh pupils consistently achieve impressive results, enabling them to progress to their chosen senior schools. The school combines traditional educational values with modern teaching methods, ensuring a well-rounded approach to education.
Ruckleigh School also offers a range of extracurricular activities and after-school clubs, promoting a balanced development for its students. The school is family-owned, with a strong sense of heritage and continuity, as it remains under the stewardship of the Carr-Smith family. Parents interested in learning more about Ruckleigh are encouraged to arrange a visit to experience the unique atmosphere firsthand.
The school's curriculum emphasizes academic excellence while encouraging creativity and a love for learning. Ruckleigh pupils consistently achieve impressive results, enabling them to progress to their chosen senior schools. The school combines traditional educational values with modern teaching methods, ensuring a well-rounded approach to education.
Ruckleigh School also offers a range of extracurricular activities and after-school clubs, promoting a balanced development for its students. The school is family-owned, with a strong sense of heritage and continuity, as it remains under the stewardship of the Carr-Smith family. Parents interested in learning more about Ruckleigh are encouraged to arrange a visit to experience the unique atmosphere firsthand.
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Nearby alternatives
- Hazel Oak School (66.8)
- Kingswood School (58.3)
- Triple Crown Centre (56.7)
- Springfield House Community Special School (56.6)
- The Island Project School (55.3)
Key details
- LA
- Solihull
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 241
- Pupils
- 164
- Boys
- 85
- Girls
- 79
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1957-11-19
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 164 | 85 | 79 | 241 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 211 | 106 | 105 | 241 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 230 | 134 | 96 | 241 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 230 | 134 | 96 | 241 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 225 | 128 | 97 | 241 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 238 | 147 | 91 | 241 | 0.00 |
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