Sunny Hill School, Dudley

Special

Other independent special school

Ages 5–18

Data last updated 11 Sept 2026

Location

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Key Information

DfE GIAS

Head:Jessica Hocknull

LA:Dudley

Address:20 Parkes Street, Brierley Hill, Dudley, DY5 3DY

Area:Schools in DY5

Status:open

Opened:3 September 2026

Ofsted Rating

Ofsted · 2 months ago

Overall

Inspected 29 July 2026View full report

URN:152729

Diocese:Not applicable

Ofsted Insights

What This School Does Well

Sunny Hill School has been carefully designed specifically for children with severe, profound and complex needs. The school uses a therapeutic approach that treats behaviour as communication and emphasises positive relationships. All learning, from literacy and numeracy to life skills and community participation, is woven together to prepare pupils for independence and help them reach their potential.

Key Strengths

Specialist curriculum tailored to severe and complex needs, organised into pre-formal, semi-formal and formal pathways
Strong focus on communication, independence and preparation for adulthood throughout all learning
Therapeutic and relational approach integrated into teaching and behaviour support
Comprehensive safeguarding procedures with clear leadership oversight and staff training
Well-developed assessment framework designed to track small steps of progress

Safeguarding

Safeguarding arrangements are appropriate and effective, with clear procedures, designated leads, regular monitoring of concerns, and staff training tailored to vulnerabilities affecting pupils with complex needs.

Extracurricular Activities

School council, assemblies, celebration events, community participation activities, work-related learning

Sunny Hill School is a new independent special school designed for pupils with severe, profound and complex special educational needs and disabilities. The school is likely to meet all independent school standards if registered.