Robins Way School, Figheldean
Robins Way School is a special school for pupils aged 7 to 13 in Figheldean. Its most recent Ofsted inspection, in June 2026, ended in a report card: 3 strong standard and 3 expected standard.
- Ofsted report card
- 3 of 6 areas strong or better
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Robins Way School in detail
What Ofsted's report card says
Ofsted's report card from its 16 June 2026 inspection grades Robins Way School on 6 areas: 3 strong standard and 3 expected standard. Report cards replaced single-word judgements in November 2025, on a five-point scale from exceptional to urgent improvement.
Attendance and behaviour - Strong standard. "Many pupils join the school after long periods away from education."
Inclusion - Strong standard. "Staff swiftly identify pupils' individual needs during the admissions and review processes."
Personal development and wellbeing - Strong standard. "The school's approach to personal development and wellbeing has a highly tangible impact on many areas of pupils' development."
Achievement - Expected standard. "The school is highly inclusive."
Curriculum and teaching - Expected standard. "Leaders provide a broad, ambitious and inclusive curriculum."
Leadership and governance - Expected standard. "Leaders have a clear and robust vision."
Safeguarding standards were met.
Ofsted's next steps for the school: "Leaders should ensure that assessment informs subsequent teaching more consistently, so that gaps in pupils' learning are addressed and those who have secured new knowledge can move onto more complex concepts more rapidly"; "Leaders should ensure that staff more consistently have the expertise they need to deliver the curriculum as intended".
Read the full report card on Ofsted's site (school website)
Source: Ofsted report card (Open Government Licence), quoted
Who goes there
In 2026, 0 pupils (0%) received SEN support and 0 (0%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Robins Way School.
10 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Post Office (opposite), 30 metres away.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 1 crime within a mile of the school, most often anti-social behaviour. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Wiltshire (34).
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 4 months agoReport card - no single overall grade (Ofsted's framework since January 2026 for independent schools)
Safeguarding standards met
- Attendance and behaviourStrong standard
- InclusionStrong standard
- Personal development and wellbeingStrong standard
- AchievementExpected standard
- Curriculum and teachingExpected standard
- Leadership and governanceExpected standard
Safeguarding standards: met
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's report card, in its own words
What it's like to be a pupil at Robins Way School
School days begin with calm, predictability and care. Staff welcome pupils warmly each morning. This structure helps them to feel safe and secure immediately. Pupils attend school well. They enjoy respectful relationships with staff. Pupils know they are valued. Staff assist pupils in identifying and managing their emotions. This culture enables pupils to trust adults and engage successfully in all aspects of school life and thrive. Inclusion is deeply embedded. All pupils have special educational needs and/or disabilities. Many pupils have significant gaps in learning when they join the school. Many have had disjointed experiences of education. Staff take time to understand each pupil. Pupils benefit from tailored educational and therapeutic support. Leaders adapt the curriculum to enable pupils to build their learning over time. As a result, pupils achieve well from their starting points. Pupils are proud of what they achieve. Pupils' behaviour is increasingly positive as they develop a true sense of belonging. Pupils form meaningful relationships with one another as their confidence grows. They trust staff to resolve any issues. Bullying is not tolerated. The school is an integral part of the local community. For example, pupils participate in Remembrance Day and church services. This helps pupils develop confidence and a sense of responsibility. Pupils visit a wealth of places of interest. These opportunities open their eyes to the world around them. Staff also help pupils prepare for new experiences or the unexpected. For example, the immersive room helps pupils know what to expect when they visit to a busy station. Pupils are enthusiastic about musical activities, sports and swimming. These opportunities help pupils discover new interests. The school develops positive relationships with parents and carers. They value the new beginning the school provides and appreciate the care shown to their children.
What Ofsted says the school should do next
- Leaders should ensure that assessment informs subsequent teaching more consistently, so that gaps in pupils' learning are addressed and those who have secured new knowledge can move onto more complex concepts more rapidly.
- Leaders should ensure that staff more consistently have the expertise they need to deliver the curriculum as intended.
From Ofsted's report card (inspection 16 June 2026). Read the full report Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's June 2026 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Robins Way School excels at supporting pupils who have struggled to engage with education, building their confidence and sense of belonging through calm routines, skilled staff and tailored therapeutic support. The school's inclusive approach means every pupil receives personalised help to overcome barriers to learning and attendance. Pupils are proud of their achievements and develop strong, trusting relationships with staff in a caring community.
Key Strengths
- Strong focus on attendance with tailored support plans that have significantly improved pupil attendance
- Clear behaviour expectations and calm routines that help pupils feel safe and ready to learn
- Highly personalised support for pupils with additional needs, including those with social care involvement
- Comprehensive pastoral care and therapeutic interventions that boost self-esteem and resilience
- Wide range of enrichment activities tailored to help pupils develop talents and try new things
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent use of pupil assessment data across some subjects to plan next steps in learning
- Some staff lack expertise in specific curriculum subjects, affecting the quality of delivery
- Not all pupils who are ready for more complex concepts have the opportunity to progress
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met. The school has created an open and positive culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, concerns are actively identified and acted upon, and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Musical instruments, chess, swimming pool visits, breakfast club, school council, community visits
Robins Way School is a highly inclusive special school that supports pupils with significant barriers to learning and attendance issues. The school has created a calm, caring environment where pupils thrive and achieve well from their starting points.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 1 nearby school
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Getting There
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 3
- Fatal
- 0
- Serious
- 0
- Children hurt
- 0
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 3 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 0 serious and 3 slight.
No children aged 0 to 15 were among the people hurt.
1 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 Wiltshire is 4 (the median across 265 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
28%
Available places
11 pupils
40 places
29 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Figheldean
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Figheldean
Across Wiltshire council
Places available
6,150
Applications
4,934
Got 1st preference
93.9%
Got preferred school
98.3%
All secondary applications across Wiltshire council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(2)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
0
SEN Support
0
EHC Plans
0.0%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Robins Way 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
11
Total Pupils
8
Boys
3
Girls
2026 academic year
Questions parents ask about Robins Way School
Does Robins Way School meet the independent school standards?
At its most recent standard inspection, in June 2026, Robins Way School met all the independent school standards.
How many pupils go to Robins Way School?
Robins Way School has around 11 pupils on roll.
Does Robins Way School have specialist SEN provision?
Robins Way School is not approved under Section 41 of the Children and Families Act 2014.
How do I apply to Robins Way School?
Robins Way 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 Robins Way School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 3 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 0 serious and 3 slight. No children aged 0 to 15 were among the people hurt. 1 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 Wiltshire is 4 (the median across 265 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Robins Way School?
Robins Way School is at High Street, Figheldean, SP4 8JT.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)