Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd T/A the Libra School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd T/A the Libra School
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Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd T/A the Libra School
- All-through
- North Molton EX36 3LN
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve success in a range of qualifications including GCSEs, well-prepared for next stages.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils display exemplary behaviour and positive attitudes to their learning.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff swiftly identify and support gaps in understanding.
Teacher Engagement: Staff receive regular bespoke training to enhance curriculum teaching.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Expert staff ensure pupils learn successfully through a well-considered curriculum.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff expertly help pupils learn to read, adjusting curriculum to reflect knowledge gaps.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents share the view that pupils are thriving and are highly complimentary.
Communication with Parents: School communicates effectively about how pupils are developing as learners.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are highly complimentary about the school's work.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Attentive adults help pupils if they have any worries, fostering safe environment.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Relentless drive for successful learning through well-considered curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Pupils have no concerns about bullying and feel safe at school.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: School is calm and orderly; clear routines are followed well by pupils.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Expert therapeutic support enhances pupils' well-being and readiness to learn.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Outdoor learning opportunities promote love of learning, character development.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Range of experiences develops pupils' character, talents, interests.
Outdoor Facilities: Farm and forest provision promotes sustainability, enterprise understanding.
Career Counselling Services: School raises aspirations through careers work, motivating continued studies.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils very well prepared for next stage of education, employment, and training.
Support for SEND: Expert staff provide regular focused therapeutic support, enhancing pupils' well-being.
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Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd T/A the Libra School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Devon, South West.
It has 50 students from age 5-18 yr.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-18 | 5-16 | 3-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | 6.2 | 6.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 27th Jul 2025 |
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