The Windmill School

About The Windmill School

The Windmill School is a special free school managed by Barnet Special Education Trust. It provides places for boys and girls between the ages of 5 and 19, whose autism impacts on their capacity to learn successfully in mainstream or generic special school environments. The school complements the existing range of generic special schools and autism specific provisions in mainstream schools.

Photos of The Windmill School 5

Gallery Click to enlarge

Gallery Click to enlarge

Gallery Click to enlarge

Gallery Click to enlarge

Gallery Click to enlarge

Click any photo to view in full size. Use arrow keys to navigate.

Key Facts

Founded 2023

Students 60

Head/Principal Ginny D'Odorico

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

2.0

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Reviews 4

A

Alicia K

Parent Jun 10, 2024

4.0

"A Great Place to Learn"

The Windmill School has been a game-changer for our child. The curriculum is tailored to his needs and the staff are patient and understanding. We were impressed by the school's focus on supporting pupils with autism and we feel confident that our child is in good hands.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

Helpful

H

Helen W

Parent Apr 25, 2024

4.0

"Some Hiccups But Overall Good"

We have been pleased with The Windmill School overall, but we have experienced some issues with communication from the staff. The facilities are great and the staff are generally very supportive, but we feel that more could be done to involve parents in the decision-making process.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

Helpful

E

Emily P

Parent Feb 20, 2024

5.0

"A Home for Our Son"

We were so nervous about placing our son at The Windmill School, but from the moment we walked through the doors, we knew we had made the right decision. The facilities are amazing and the staff are so supportive and understanding. The way the school values individuality and promotes independence is truly inspiring.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

Helpful

R

Rachel M

Parent Sep 15, 2023

5.0

"A Second Home for Our Child"

My son thrived at The Windmill School and we were so grateful for the support and care he received. The school's approach to autism was exactly what he needed and we appreciated the regular updates and communication from the staff.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

Helpful