Rowden House School, Bromyard

Special
Other independent special school
Mixed
Ages 1119
Boarding school

Data last updated 11 Sept 2026

Location

Key Information

DfE GIAS
Head:Mrs Ruth Nolan
Pupils:21 / 48 capacity
LA:Herefordshire, County of
Phone:01885488096
Address:Rowden House, Winslow, Bromyard, HR7 4LS
Admissions:Not applicable
Status:open
Opened:3 March 1986

Ofsted Rating

Ofsted · 1 year ago
-

Overall

Inspected 1 July 2025View full report
URN:117042
UKPRN:10017531
Diocese:Not applicable
Constituency:North Herefordshire
Urban/Rural:Larger rural: Further from a major town or city

Ofsted Insights

What This School Does Well

Rowden House transforms the educational experience for pupils with severe learning difficulties, many of whom had been out of education for long periods. Staff are highly skilled at recognizing each pupil's potential and providing tailored support that helps them flourish. Parents consistently praise how the school has changed not just their child's life, but that of their whole family.

Key Strengths

  • Bespoke curriculums tailored to each pupil's individual needs ensure exceptional progress and achievement
  • Highly skilled staff create nurturing, purposeful relationships with pupils, making the school a calm and positive learning environment
  • Excellent pastoral support and understanding of pupil behaviour means issues are prevented before they arise
  • Strong focus on pupils' mental health, well-being and preparation for adulthood through real work experience opportunities
  • Pupils develop independent life skills and learn to work effectively alongside others

Safeguarding

Safeguarding arrangements are effective with clear protocols in place that prioritize pupils' interests and well-being.

Extracurricular Activities

Outdoor activities in woodland, work experience placements at local farms and school kitchen, daily democratic voting for class roles, reading and storytelling sessions

Rowden House School is a special school for pupils with complex learning needs and disabilities. The school has been rated Outstanding across all areas, up from Good at the previous inspection.

At a Glance

No

Boarding

No

Nursery

Yes

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

44%

Available places

21 pupils

48 capacity

27 spare places available

Area Demand Pressure - Bromyard

High pressure
New homes approved:213
Projected new pupils:38

Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Bromyard

Admissions Demand - Herefordshire, County of

Low demand0.92x oversubscription

Places available

1,919

Applications

1,763

Got 1st preference

92.5%

Got preferred school

98.5%

Secondary admissions across Herefordshire, County of (2025/26)

Inspection History(9)

1 July 2025
28 June 2022
28 November 2017

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