Bluebell School Ltd
URN: 143932 • ST7 1EH
Overview
- Name
- Bluebell School Ltd
- URN
- 143932
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 63.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kay Banks (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01782987012
- Website
- Visit Bluebell School Ltd website
- Address
-
Gloucester Road, ST7 1EH
Find on Google Maps
Summary
Bluebell School Ltd, located in Kidsgrove, Staffordshire, is an independent special school catering to pupils with complex social, emotional, and mental health needs, as well as those with autistic spectrum disorder and cognitive learning difficulties. With a current enrolment of 134 students and a capacity of 140, the school focuses on providing a personalised and therapeutic educational experience tailored to each child's individual needs.
The school's ethos centres on fostering independence and personal development through a curriculum that prioritises social, emotional, and physical growth over traditional academic models. Bluebell School aims to create a supportive community where every child feels valued and engaged in their learning journey. The staff comprises skilled professionals with extensive experience in special educational needs, ensuring that pupils receive the necessary support to thrive.
Additionally, Bluebell School is an Operation Encompass School, which means it collaborates with local police to provide timely support for students affected by domestic incidents. This initiative underscores the school’s commitment to safeguarding and nurturing vulnerable children, promoting a safe and compassionate environment for all pupils.
The school's ethos centres on fostering independence and personal development through a curriculum that prioritises social, emotional, and physical growth over traditional academic models. Bluebell School aims to create a supportive community where every child feels valued and engaged in their learning journey. The staff comprises skilled professionals with extensive experience in special educational needs, ensuring that pupils receive the necessary support to thrive.
Additionally, Bluebell School is an Operation Encompass School, which means it collaborates with local police to provide timely support for students affected by domestic incidents. This initiative underscores the school’s commitment to safeguarding and nurturing vulnerable children, promoting a safe and compassionate environment for all pupils.
Useful links
- BLUEBELL 50 (calendar)
- NASS Membership Certificate (download)
- here (download)
- Inspection Report (download)
- Case Study (download)
- HOME (other)
- REPORTS & POLICIES (other)
- REFERRALS & ADMISSIONS (other)
- TERM DATES (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Options Trent Acres School (74.5)
- Hopedale School (73.7)
- University of Keele (73.7)
- Greenhall Nursery (73.0)
- Cherry Trees School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 134
- Boys
- 106
- Girls
- 28
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2017-06-19
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 134 | 106 | 28 | 140 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 116 | 96 | 20 | 140 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 103 | 87 | 16 | 116 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 103 | 87 | 16 | 116 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 95 | 82 | 13 | 116 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 81 | 70 | 11 | 100 | 0.00 |
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