St Rose's Special School
School summary
St Rose's Special School in Stroud, Gloucestershire, is a small independent school caring for around 71 pupils, with boarding available. As a specialist setting, it offers a closely supported environment where individual needs sit at the heart of school life. Ofsted rated the school Good overall at its most recent inspection, while singling out both behaviour and pupils' personal development as Outstanding. The school is led by Head Mrs Sheila Talwar.
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Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 3 June 2025
Teaching & academics
Ofsted judged the quality of education to be Good, with leadership rated at the same level. With a roll of just 71 pupils, the school is well placed to tailor teaching to each child and to track progress closely.
Head · Mrs Sheila Talwar
Beyond the classroom
Boarding provision extends the school day and supports the development of independence and life skills alongside learning.
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- Yes
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.