RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning
URN: 122155 • Coventry CV7 9RA
Overview
- Name
- RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning
- URN
- 122155
- Type
- Non-maintained special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 35.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Adams (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Wheelwright Lane, Coventry CV7 9RA
Summary
RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning is a non-maintained special school located in Coventry, Warwickshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 31 pupils, with a capacity of 70. The school focuses on providing tailored educational support for children with visual impairments and other complex needs, ensuring a nurturing environment that promotes individual growth and learning.
In light of past governance and safeguarding issues highlighted by a Charity Commission inquiry, RNIB has committed to significant reforms. The organisation has overhauled its safeguarding practices, implemented comprehensive training for staff and trustees, and strengthened its leadership team with specialists in care and education. These changes aim to foster a safer and more effective learning environment for all students.
The RNIB community is dedicated to supporting families and children with visual impairments, offering resources and guidance to help navigate challenges associated with sight loss. The Centre's ethos is rooted in learning, care, and a commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive.
In light of past governance and safeguarding issues highlighted by a Charity Commission inquiry, RNIB has committed to significant reforms. The organisation has overhauled its safeguarding practices, implemented comprehensive training for staff and trustees, and strengthened its leadership team with specialists in care and education. These changes aim to foster a safer and more effective learning environment for all students.
The RNIB community is dedicated to supporting families and children with visual impairments, offering resources and guidance to help navigate challenges associated with sight loss. The Centre's ethos is rooted in learning, care, and a commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive.
Useful links
Nearby alternatives
- Castle Wood Special School (67.0)
- Riverbank School (64.1)
- Whitmore Park Annexe (62.7)
- Sherbourne Fields School (59.1)
- Tiverton School (57.1)
Key details
- LA
- Warwickshire
- Age range
- 4 - 19
- Boarders
- Children's home (Boarding school)
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 70
- Pupils
- 31
- Boys
- 22
- Girls
- 9
- FSM %
- 13.00
- Open date
- 2011-05-18
- Close date
- 2018-11-07
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-11-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 31 | 22 | 9 | 70 | 13.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 31 | 22 | 9 | 70 | 13.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 31 | 22 | 9 | 70 | 13.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 31 | 22 | 9 | 70 | 13.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 31 | 22 | 9 | 70 | 13.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 31 | 22 | 9 | 70 | 13.00 |
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
Please sign in to post a review.
Go to login
Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.