INNOV4TE Independent School, Dudley
INNOV4TE Independent School is a special school for pupils aged 11 to 16 in Dudley. It was rated Good at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in June 2025.
- Ofsted
- Good (2025)
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
INNOV4TE Independent School in detail
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other special schools to INNOV4TE Independent School are The Old Park School (1.1 miles); The Old Park School (1.1 miles, Outstanding); Coombswood Special School (1.9 miles, Requires improvement); and Sunny Hill School (2.1 miles).
The Old Park SchoolThe Old Park SchoolCoombswood Special SchoolSunny Hill School
Who goes there
In 2026, 8 pupils (36.4%) received SEN support and 14 (63.6%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Cradley Heath Rail Station, about 1000 metres away (roughly a 13-minute walk).
12 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Chapelhouse Lane Hail+Ride (at), 160 metres away.
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport)
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Safeguarding: effective
Independent school standards
Met all the independent school standards.
- Part 1: quality of educationMet
- Part 2: pupils' spiritual, moral, social and cultural developmentMet
- Part 3: welfare, health and safetyMet
- Part 4: suitability of staff and proprietorsMet
- Part 5: premises and accommodationMet
- Part 6: information for parentsMet
- Part 7: handling of complaintsMet
- Part 8: leadership and managementMet
Source: Ofsted, non-association independent schools inspections and outcomes (Open Government Licence)
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's June 2025 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
This school excels at helping vulnerable young people rebuild confidence and engage with learning through genuinely caring staff who take time to understand each pupil's needs. The ambitious, personalised curriculum combined with strong pastoral support helps pupils overcome past difficulties and reshape their futures. Pupils consistently feel respected and supported rather than judged, leading to improved attendance and positive behaviour.
Key Strengths
- Exceptional pastoral care and strong relationships - pupils feel genuinely supported and valued rather than labelled as 'naughty'
- Personalised, well-sequenced curriculum that meets individual needs while maintaining high expectations
- Effective reading interventions and support across subjects
- Strong behaviour and attendance improvements through caring, respectful approach
- Well-developed personal development programme including CV writing and mock interviews
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent assessment and knowledge-gap identification across some subjects, particularly when pupils miss lessons or struggle to engage
- Limited work experience opportunities - pupils lack exposure to real workplace environments and employment options
- Some careers programme elements not yet fully developed
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with robust systems in place to check and maintain standards.
Extracurricular Activities
Reading clubs, table tennis, chess, mixed martial arts training, outdoor learning (rock climbing, canoeing, fishing), school council, charitable events
INNOV4TE Independent School is a special school for pupils aged 11-16 with SEND needs, including those at risk of exclusion. The school provides highly personalised and responsive support in a caring environment where pupils feel understood and encouraged to succeed.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby schools
Keep up with INNOV4TE Independent School
Getting There
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 14
- Fatal
- 0
- Serious
- 2
- Children hurt
- 3
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 14 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 2 serious and 12 slight.
3 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 1 on a bicycle and 2 in a vehicle or otherwise.
3 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Dudley is 18 (the median across 118 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
52%
Available places
22 pupils
42 places
20 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Dudley
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Dudley
Across Dudley council
Places available
3,620
Applications
3,570
Got 1st preference
87.1%
Got preferred school
98.0%
All secondary applications across Dudley council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(2)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
8
SEN Support
14
EHC Plans
100.0%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
INNOV4TE Independent School is not approved under Section 41 of the Children and Families Act 2014.
Source: GIAS, Department for Education.
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
22
Total Pupils
9
Boys
13
Girls
2026 academic year
Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
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Questions parents ask about INNOV4TE Independent School
What is INNOV4TE Independent School's Ofsted rating?
INNOV4TE Independent School was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection in June 2025.
Does INNOV4TE Independent School meet the independent school standards?
At its most recent standard inspection, in June 2025, INNOV4TE Independent School met all the independent school standards.
How many pupils go to INNOV4TE Independent School?
INNOV4TE Independent School has around 22 pupils on roll.
Does INNOV4TE Independent School have specialist SEN provision?
INNOV4TE Independent School is not approved under Section 41 of the Children and Families Act 2014.
How do I apply to INNOV4TE Independent School?
INNOV4TE Independent School is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
How many road collisions happen near INNOV4TE Independent School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 14 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 2 serious and 12 slight. 3 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 1 on a bicycle and 2 in a vehicle or otherwise. 3 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Dudley is 18 (the median across 118 schools, same distance and years).
Where is INNOV4TE Independent School?
INNOV4TE Independent School is at Blantyre House, Barrack Lane, Dudley, West Midlands, B63 2UX.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)