The Haven School, Staffordshire
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 10 months agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
The Haven School provides a safe, caring environment where pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs receive specialist support. The school is well-led with experienced staff who are committed to continuously improving provision. Facilities are spacious and well-maintained across both sites, with strong attention to health, safety and safeguarding.
Key Strengths
- Strong safeguarding systems with regular staff training and clear procedures for recording concerns
- Well-maintained buildings across two sites with appropriate facilities for the proposed increase in pupil numbers
- Experienced leadership with clear vision for school improvement and careful plans to maintain pupil wellbeing during expansion
- Robust health and safety policies with regular checks and compliance with fire safety regulations
- Appropriate staffing levels and plans to maintain high adult-to-pupil ratios
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective - the school has clear systems in place, staff receive regular training including on the vulnerabilities of pupils with special needs, and pupils feel safe and trust adults to listen to their concerns.
Extracurricular Activities
Physical education lessons
The Haven School is an independent special school for pupils aged 11-19 with social, emotional and mental health needs. The inspection assessed whether the school would meet standards if approved to increase pupil numbers from 52 to 60.
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
88%
Available places
53 pupils
60 capacity
7 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Staffordshire
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Admissions Demand - Staffordshire
Places available
8,849
Applications
7,846
Got 1st preference
91.6%
Got preferred school
98.6%
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SEN Provision
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