Red Balloon Aylesbury, Aylesbury
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 month agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Red Balloon Aylesbury is designed specifically for pupils with SEND who may have experienced disrupted schooling. The school excels at providing tailored support through small group teaching, therapeutic and pastoral care, and a nurturing environment that develops confidence and resilience. With strong links to local services and further education providers, the school prepares pupils well for their next steps in education, training or employment.
Key Strengths
- Strong leadership and management with clear policies and systems to support pupils with SEND
- Well-resourced facilities including library, science laboratory, art base and music studio
- Comprehensive curriculum with focus on English and maths support, careers advice and work experience
- Nurturing approach prioritising pupils' wellbeing, resilience and social-emotional development
- Robust safeguarding procedures with trained staff and clear protocols
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective - leaders understand statutory responsibilities, provide suitable staff training, recognise additional vulnerabilities pupils may face, and have appropriate systems in place for reporting concerns and making referrals to other services.
Extracurricular Activities
Weekly mentoring sessions, community kitchen activities, weekly trips and experiences, local tennis clubs, local boxing clubs
Red Balloon Aylesbury is a proposed independent school for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school is likely to meet all independent school standards required for registration.
At a Glance
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Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
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Capacity & Demand
Area Demand Pressure - Aylesbury
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Admissions Demand - Buckinghamshire
Places available
6,842
Applications
6,518
Got 1st preference
77.3%
Got preferred school
94.3%
Secondary admissions across Buckinghamshire (2025/26)
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