Ortus Education Ltd - West Raynham School, Fakenham
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 5 months agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
This school excels at helping pupils who have struggled elsewhere rediscover their love of learning. Staff combine expert teaching with therapeutic support, allowing pupils to regulate their emotions and build genuine confidence. The school's personalised approach means every pupil receives an education tailored to their specific needs, with warm, respectful relationships at the heart of everything they do.
Key Strengths
- Warm, respectful relationships between staff and pupils with expert staff showing dedication and care
- Personalised education tailored to each pupil's needs with strong progress in academic and social development
- Excellent reading programme with daily phonics teaching and regular staff collaboration
- Clear routines and high expectations that help pupils manage emotions and build resilience
- Strong communication with families and regular progress celebrations
Areas for Improvement
- Some lesson tasks do not encourage pupils to think deeply or explain their ideas in sufficient depth, limiting progress in certain subjects
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with clear policies reflecting latest statutory guidance and consistent staff implementation.
Extracurricular Activities
Outdoor learning, educational visits, archery, class circle time debates, career learning activities with local organisations
West Raynham School is an independent special school for pupils aged 5-17 with social, emotional and mental health needs. The school combines academic learning with therapeutic support to help pupils regulate, build confidence and rediscover success.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
0.0
Avg class size
0
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
50%
Available places
24 pupils
48 capacity
24 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Fakenham
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Fakenham
Admissions Demand - Norfolk
Places available
9,550
Applications
8,636
Got 1st preference
93.3%
Got preferred school
98.2%
Secondary admissions across Norfolk (2025/26)
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