Ofsted

The School was last reviewed by Ofsted in January 2011 when it was rated satisfactory.

Here is what the Inspectors had to say:
“The school knows the individual needs of its pupils well and promotes community, where its links are extensive and highly regarded.”

“Pupils behave courteously and with increasing sensitivity to the needs of others”

“Sound leadership and management have lead to satisfactory teaching and steady pupil progress”

“Relationship between staff and pupils are warm and trusting, and behaviour well managed”

“Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is good”

“The curriculum meets the diverse needs of pupils well. It provides an excellent range of extra-curricular activities”

“The very strong 24 hour curriculum enhances opportunities for pupils”

“Care and support build on the warm and welcoming ethos of the school”
“The boarding provision is outstanding”

The School was last reviewed by Ofsted in December 2011 when it was rated outstanding.

Here is what the Inspectors had to say:
"Residential pupils benefit from outstanding leadership and management."

"The safety and well being of residential pupils is outstanding throughout their residential experience."

"The school supports transition arrangements for moving residential pupils into adult
life and prepares them for the challenges that they will have to overcome after leaving."

"Coln House strongly promotes the development of residential pupils and allows
them to progress with relation to their educational and social needs."