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Selworthy Special School

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Selworthy Special School

Selworthy Road, Taunton, TA2 8HD

Academy special converter · Ages 4–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Jun 2023

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

0% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
0.0%
Writing
0.0%
Maths
0.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
N/A
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
N/A
Basics 9-5
N/A

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available46.4
2024/25Not available46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available0.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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Location & Area

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

The Sky Academy
0.5 km away · Academy special converter
Inadequate
Park House School
0.67 km away · Other independent special school
Taunton School
1.78 km away · Other independent school
Monkton Wood Academy
2.11 km away · Academy sponsor led
Inadequate
Silver Bridge School
2.41 km away · Other independent special school

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About Selworthy Special School

Selworthy Special School is a secondary school in Taunton, Somerset. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 209 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Selworthy Road, Taunton, TA2 8HD | More schools in Somerset

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Selworthy Special School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jun 2023 — School remains Good
  2. Nov 2013 — Good (predecessor: Selworthy Special School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Selworthy Special School

What is Selworthy Special School's Ofsted rating?
Selworthy Special School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Selworthy Special School's latest exam results?
Selworthy Special School: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Selworthy Special School located?
Selworthy Special School is a secondary school in Taunton, Somerset (TA2 8HD).
How many pupils attend Selworthy Special School?
Selworthy Special School has around 209 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Selworthy Special School with other schools?
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