Millstead School

Overview

Millstead School continues to be an outstanding school, providing a "life changing" experience for pupils with significant learning challenges. The report highlights an "inspirational learning environment" where pupils "thrive and excel" through highly personalised support and strong staff relationships.

Strengths

• Staff expertly cater for special educational needs and disabilities, delivering a curriculum that is "linked inextricably to pupils’ education, health and care (EHC) plans."
• There is a strong focus on communication, with staff using "pictures or symbols" and "carefully created pupil communication books" to help pupils interact confidently.
• Pupils’ behaviour is described as "exemplary," supported by clear boundaries and effective guidance to help them manage their emotions.
• Governors provide "outstanding challenge and support," ensuring staff feel valued and that assessment systems remain manageable.
• The school places significant emphasis on attendance, resulting in high rates and a reduction in persistent absence.

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.