Chilworth House Upper School

URN: 137334 • Oxfordshire OX33 1JP

Overview

Name
Chilworth House Upper School
URN
137334
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michelle Johnson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01844337720
Website
Visit
Address
Grooms Farm, Oxfordshire OX33 1JP

Summary

Chilworth House Upper School is an independent special school located in Wheatley, Oxfordshire, catering to boys and girls aged 11-16 with complex educational needs, including SEMH, ADHD, and ASD. The school aims to create an accepting and positive learning environment where pupils can thrive as individuals. With a capacity of 78 and currently serving 75 students, the school emphasizes personal growth and development.

The curriculum at Chilworth House is tailored to meet the unique needs of each pupil, offering accredited courses up to GCSE level, as well as Functional Skills and BTEC qualifications. Pupils benefit from an individualised approach to learning, which includes off-site provisions and opportunities to attend mainstream settings. Additionally, all Year 10 and 11 students participate in work experience, helping them acquire valuable skills for their future careers.

Chilworth House Upper School prides itself on fostering a strong sense of community, where pupils describe the school as a "massive family." The supportive staff and comprehensive facilities contribute to an environment that encourages self-esteem and personal achievement.

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Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
78
Pupils
75
Boys
67
Girls
8
FSM %
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-12-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 75 67 8 78
2024-09-11 76 67 9 78
2023-09-11 75 62 13 78 0.00
2022-09-11 75 62 13 78 0.00
2021-09-11 78 65 13 78 0.00
2020-09-11 75 60 15 78 0.00

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