The short version
Nearly full. Rated Good by Ofsted (2024).
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2024
- The school is nearly full at 91% capacity
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 29
- Capacity
- 91%
Governance
- Local authority
- Rutland
- Head
- Mr Jamie Hill (Director of Care and Education)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
9 official reports linked on this page, including 8 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Additional inspection
February 2023 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
July 2019 | Inspection
Additional inspection
September 2018 | Inspection
Additional inspection
December 2017 | Inspection
Additional inspection
March 2017 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Outstanding
February 2016 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Outstanding
July 2012 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Outstanding
January 2009 | Inspection
Location
Shires Lane, Stretton, Rutland, LE15 7GT
Rural setting
Questions parents ask
What is The Shires's Ofsted rating?
The Shires was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Shires?
The Shires currently has 29 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Shires take?
The Shires caters for pupils aged 11 to 19.
Where is The Shires?
The Shires is in LE15 7GT, in the Rutland local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Shires have a sixth form?
Yes, The Shires has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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