New College Worcester (NMSS)
URN: 117064 • Worcester WR5 2JX
Overview
- Name
- New College Worcester (NMSS)
- URN
- 117064
- Type
- Non-maintained special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Serious Weaknesses
- Ranking score
- 28.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Perks (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01905763933
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Whittington Road, Worcester WR5 2JX
Summary
      New College Worcester (NCW) is a non-maintained special school dedicated to supporting children who are blind or visually impaired. With a current enrolment of 59 pupils and a capacity of 96, NCW offers a tailored educational experience that prioritises individual needs and fosters independence. The school operates a 'Waking Day' curriculum, ensuring that learning extends beyond traditional classroom hours, and features small class sizes to enhance personalised support.
The curriculum at NCW follows the National Curriculum, with students progressing through Key Stage 3 to GCSEs and AS/A2 courses. Additional vocational courses and independent living skills training are also provided, equipping students with essential life skills. The school encourages high aspirations and offers a robust outreach service to assist vision-impaired students in mainstream settings.
NCW prides itself on creating a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive academically and socially. The college accommodates students in junior houses and promotes self-sufficiency in the sixth form, preparing them for future independence and success.
      The curriculum at NCW follows the National Curriculum, with students progressing through Key Stage 3 to GCSEs and AS/A2 courses. Additional vocational courses and independent living skills training are also provided, equipping students with essential life skills. The school encourages high aspirations and offers a robust outreach service to assist vision-impaired students in mainstream settings.
NCW prides itself on creating a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive academically and socially. The college accommodates students in junior houses and promotes self-sufficiency in the sixth form, preparing them for future independence and success.
Nearby alternatives
- Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit (60.5)
- University of Worcester (60.2)
- Fort Royal (56.9)
- Regency High School (54.4)
- The Aspire Academy (53.4)
Key details
- LA
- Worcestershire
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 96
- Pupils
- 59
- Boys
- 30
- Girls
- 29
- FSM %
- 25.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-04-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Worcestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 59 | 30 | 29 | 96 | 25.00 | 
| 2024-09-11 | 72 | 37 | 35 | 96 | 25.00 | 
| 2023-09-11 | 74 | 41 | 33 | 96 | 20.60 | 
| 2022-09-11 | 74 | 41 | 33 | 96 | 20.60 | 
| 2021-09-11 | 70 | 43 | 27 | 96 | 14.70 | 
| 2020-09-11 | 64 | 38 | 26 | 96 | 17.60 | 
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