The Acorn School
URN: 115808 • Stroud GL6 0BP
Overview
- Name
- The Acorn School
- URN
- 115808
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 58.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mario Peters (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01453836508
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Street, Stroud GL6 0BP
Summary
The Acorn School is a small, independent, Steiner-Waldorf inspired institution located in Nailsworth, Gloucestershire, catering to children aged 6 to 18 years. Established in 1991, the school transitioned to a charitable status in 2023 and has consistently focused on nurturing individual talents through a broad and ambitious curriculum. The school emphasizes experiential learning and personal development, fostering a supportive environment for all students, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
In May 2023, The Acorn School received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted across all five inspection categories, highlighting the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership, and sixth-form provision. The school adopts a unique approach by not offering traditional exam-based qualifications, instead providing the New Zealand Certificate of Steiner Education (NZCSE), which is recognised by universities in the UK and internationally.
The Acorn School prides itself on its community ethos, where teachers know each child personally, allowing for tailored educational experiences. The school aims to create confident, balanced, and conscientious young people prepared to engage thoughtfully with the world.
In May 2023, The Acorn School received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted across all five inspection categories, highlighting the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership, and sixth-form provision. The school adopts a unique approach by not offering traditional exam-based qualifications, instead providing the New Zealand Certificate of Steiner Education (NZCSE), which is recognised by universities in the UK and internationally.
The Acorn School prides itself on its community ethos, where teachers know each child personally, allowing for tailored educational experiences. The school aims to create confident, balanced, and conscientious young people prepared to engage thoughtfully with the world.
Useful links
- Click here to view the May 2023 Ofsted report (download)
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Nearby alternatives
- St Martins Centre (St Roses School) (60.2)
- St Rose's Special School (57.3)
- Cotswold Chine School (54.1)
- Severn Valley School (49.6)
- Althea Park Education Unit (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Gloucestershire
- Age range
- 6 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 123
- Pupils
- 88
- Boys
- 30
- Girls
- 58
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1992-01-22
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Gloucestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 88 | 30 | 58 | 123 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 70 | 27 | 43 | 123 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 70 | 29 | 41 | 123 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 70 | 29 | 41 | 123 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 62 | 26 | 36 | 123 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 50 | 26 | 24 | 123 | 0.00 |
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