Old Sams Farm Independent School
URN: 136168 • Buxton SK17 0SN
Overview
- Name
- Old Sams Farm Independent School
- URN
- 136168
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Diane Wood (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01298214568
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Old Sams Farm, Buxton SK17 0SN
Summary
Old Sams Farm Independent School, located in Buxton, Derbyshire, is a mixed independent special school catering to a small cohort of pupils, with a current enrollment of four students and a capacity of five. The school is part of the Roaches School network, which aims to provide a nurturing environment that addresses the educational, social, and welfare needs of its students.
The school's mission focuses on creating a supportive "family" atmosphere, promoting reintegration into mainstream education whenever possible. It offers a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to meet individual needs, alongside proactive care and education plans designed to help students achieve their goals and develop a love for learning.
Community feedback highlights the positive impact of the school's approach, particularly in fostering self-esteem and confidence among students who have faced challenges in mainstream settings. The small class sizes and dedicated staff contribute to a secure and engaging learning environment, ensuring that each child is valued and supported in their personal and academic growth.
The school's mission focuses on creating a supportive "family" atmosphere, promoting reintegration into mainstream education whenever possible. It offers a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to meet individual needs, alongside proactive care and education plans designed to help students achieve their goals and develop a love for learning.
Community feedback highlights the positive impact of the school's approach, particularly in fostering self-esteem and confidence among students who have faced challenges in mainstream settings. The small class sizes and dedicated staff contribute to a secure and engaging learning environment, ensuring that each child is valued and supported in their personal and academic growth.
Useful links
- Home (other)
- Contact Us (other)
- Policies & Info (other)
- Schools (other)
- Bradshaw Farm School (other)
- Lower Pastures School (other)
- Parkgate School (other)
- Roaches School (other)
- Spring Valley School (other)
Nearby alternatives
- John Duncan School (Special) (45.2)
- Turnaround (45.2)
- Bradshaw Farm Independent School (43.7)
- Buxton and Leek College (43.7)
- Adventure Care Ltd (40.2)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 5
- Pupils
- 4
- Boys
- 4
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2010-07-12
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 5 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 5 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0.00 |
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