Bestwood Village School
URN: 150914 • Nottingham NG6 8UU
Overview
- Name
- Bestwood Village School
- URN
- 150914
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 34.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christopher Bailey (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01158561799
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Walk, Nottingham NG6 8UU
Summary
Bestwood Village School is a newly established independent special school located in Bestwood village, Nottinghamshire, catering to children and young people aged 7 to 16 with autism and additional needs. The school aims to provide a nurturing and engaging environment where pupils can thrive academically and socially. With a current enrolment of 18 students and a capacity of 36, the school emphasizes a small, supportive community.
The curriculum at Bestwood Village School is tailored to meet the individual needs and interests of each pupil, drawing on best practice strategies and frameworks such as Development Matters and the Autism Education Trust’s Pupil Progression Framework. This approach ensures that learning experiences are rich, varied, and highly personalized, promoting achievement and independence.
In addition to academic education, the school offers clinical therapy and support through a dedicated team of professionals, including a clinical lead and SENDCO. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its commitment to safety, respect, and enjoyment, fostering a positive atmosphere where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential.
The curriculum at Bestwood Village School is tailored to meet the individual needs and interests of each pupil, drawing on best practice strategies and frameworks such as Development Matters and the Autism Education Trust’s Pupil Progression Framework. This approach ensures that learning experiences are rich, varied, and highly personalized, promoting achievement and independence.
In addition to academic education, the school offers clinical therapy and support through a dedicated team of professionals, including a clinical lead and SENDCO. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its commitment to safety, respect, and enjoyment, fostering a positive atmosphere where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential.
Useful links
- News & Events (calendar)
- Privacy Policy (download)
- Cookie Policy (download)
- Slavery Statement (download)
- Policies (other)
- Referrals and Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Referrals and admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Stone Soup Academy (72.7)
- Rosehill School (64.7)
- Nethergate Academy (63.6)
- Oak Field School (62.5)
- Carlton Digby School (59.5)
Key details
- LA
- Nottinghamshire
- Age range
- 7 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 36
- Pupils
- 18
- Boys
- 13
- Girls
- 5
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2024-08-13
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 18 | 13 | 5 | 36 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 36 |
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