The short version
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
31% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 6–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 88
- Capacity
- 72%
Governance
- Local authority
- Gloucestershire
- Head
- Ms Rebecca Mitchell (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Church Street, Nailsworth, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL6 0BP
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmBeaudesert Park School
Independent · 740m away
Cotswold Chine School
Independent · 1.0km away
Ruskin Mill College
Special school · 1.1km away
Nailsworth Church of England Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Amberley Parochial School
Primary · 1.7km away
Horsley Church of England Primary School
Primary · 2.0km away
Minchinhampton Primary Academy
Primary · 2.4km away
Questions parents ask
What is The Acorn School's Ofsted rating?
The Acorn School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Acorn School?
The Acorn School currently has 88 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Acorn School take?
The Acorn School caters for pupils aged 6 to 18.
Where is The Acorn School?
The Acorn School is in Stroud, GL6 0BP, in the Gloucestershire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Acorn School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Acorn School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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