Overton School
URN: 146340 • SY8 4AD
Overview
- Name
- Overton School
- URN
- 146340
- 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
- 52.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicola Chokkuea (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01584707091
- Website
- Visit Overton School website
- Address
-
Hereford Road, SY8 4AD
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Summary
Overton School is an independent special school located in the Shropshire countryside, catering to young people aged 7 to 18 with autism, learning disabilities, and other complex needs. The school is housed in a thoughtfully adapted Victorian building and has a current enrolment of 30 pupils, with a capacity for 45. Overton School focuses on providing a nurturing and therapeutic environment that supports the development of independence and individuality among its students.
The curriculum at Overton is tailored to meet the unique needs of each pupil, with carefully planned educational pathways designed to foster personal growth and academic achievement. The school emphasizes inclusivity, compassion, and respect, aiming to break negative cycles and create supportive environments that facilitate success in all areas of development.
Overton School is committed to engaging with families and the local community, ensuring that students not only thrive academically but also build meaningful connections. Feedback from parents highlights significant improvements in their children's confidence and behaviour, reflecting the school's dedication to transforming lives through education.
The curriculum at Overton is tailored to meet the unique needs of each pupil, with carefully planned educational pathways designed to foster personal growth and academic achievement. The school emphasizes inclusivity, compassion, and respect, aiming to break negative cycles and create supportive environments that facilitate success in all areas of development.
Overton School is committed to engaging with families and the local community, ensuring that students not only thrive academically but also build meaningful connections. Feedback from parents highlights significant improvements in their children's confidence and behaviour, reflecting the school's dedication to transforming lives through education.
Useful links
- News & Events (calendar)
- Privacy Policy (download)
- Cookie Policy (download)
- Slavery Statement (download)
- Terms & Conditions (other)
- About Us (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
- Referrals and Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Condover College Limited (70.2)
- Smallbrook School (65.1)
- The White House School (63.7)
- Serene House School (62.7)
- Derwen College (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 7 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 45
- Pupils
- 30
- Boys
- 25
- Girls
- 5
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2019-01-30
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 30 | 25 | 5 | 45 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 17 | 15 | 2 | 45 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 15 | 14 | 1 | 45 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 15 | 14 | 1 | 30 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 13 | 10 | 3 | 30 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 30 |
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