Critchill Special School
Academy special converter · Ages 4–19 · Frome, Somerset
Critchill Special School is a special school in Frome, Somerset for ages 4–19 (academy special converter). Its latest Ofsted outcome is Not judged, from the inspection on 5 November 2024.
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Key facts
- Address
- Nunney Road, Frome, BA11 4LB
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Ages
- 4–19
- Council
- Somerset
- Pupils on roll
- 96 January 2026 school census
- Free school meals
- 41.7% of pupils eligible
- Pupils per teacher
- 7.3
Official record: Get Information about Schools · as at 15 September 2026
Ofsted
Not judged Inspected 5 November 2024
Strengths
- “Pupils thrive at Critchill Special School.”
- “The curriculum enables and supports each pupil to flourish and excel in their learning.”
- “They develop socially, emotionally, academically and physically exceptionally well.”
Safeguarding: Effective
Quoted from the Ofsted report published 2 December 2024 (read the report). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Exam results
| Measure | School | England |
|---|---|---|
| Key stage 2 · reading, writing and maths, expected standard (2024/25) | 0% | 62% |
Department for Education school performance data. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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Nearby special, independent and other schools
Straight-line distance, in Somerset.
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- Selwood Academy 1.5 mi Good
- Springmead Preparatory School 3.3 mi No Ofsted grade
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