School Compass
Shepherds Down Special School
Winchester · Hampshire · SO21 2AJ. primary · Community special school · State-funded · Ages 4 to 11. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.
Published snapshot
Figures come from the same Hampshire index as the compare tool. Gaps are common — treat blanks as prompts to dig deeper, not as a verdict.
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- KS2 RWM expected
- 0%
- Attainment 8
- —
- English & maths 9–4
- —
Ofsted publication date: 13/04/2023. Open Ofsted report
Common questions
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What is Shepherds Down Special School's Ofsted rating?
Shepherds Down Special School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 13/04/2023). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.
What are Shepherds Down Special School's Key Stage 2 results?
Published DfE figures show 0% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (RWM) at the end of primary. Compare with neighbours in School Compass — not as a league table.
Where is Shepherds Down Special School?
Shepherds Down Special School is in Winchester (SO21 2AJ), Hampshire. URN 116642.
How do I compare Shepherds Down Special School with nearby schools?
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Inspection excerpt
Verbatim from the published report (School inspection School inspection · 21 February 2023). Open the full PDF for context.
Shepherds Down Special School continues to be a good school.
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Shepherds Down Special School
URN: 116642
Local authority: Hampshire
Town: Winchester
Postcode: SO21 2AJ
Ofsted overall: Good (13/04/2023)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-09-15
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/116642/
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