Saxon Wood School

About Saxon Wood School

Saxon Wood is an inclusive special school for children aged 2–11 years old with complex medical needs, a range of learning difficulties and physical disabilities. We are a small school with only 44 pupils across 5 classes with a high staff : child ratio. Each child receives a bespoke, personalised curriculum that is tailored to the child and their individual needs.

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Key Facts

Students 44

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

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

2.2

Teachers (FTE)

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

Reviews 3

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Sarah K

Parent Jun 5, 2022

4.0

"A Good Experience"

We had a good experience at Saxon Wood School, the staff were friendly and our child received a good education. However, one of the things that let us down was the uniform policy - we felt like it was a bit too restrictive and didn't take into account the individual needs of our child.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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David T

Parent Mar 1, 2022

4.0

"A Home Away from Home"

From the moment we walked in, we felt like part of the Saxon Wood family. The school's values of kindness, respect and empathy really shine through in everything they do. My child loves going to school and is thriving in a place that truly understands their needs.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W

Parent Feb 15, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional Support and Care"

I'm so grateful to Saxon Wood School for providing my child with an exceptional education and care. The staff are kind, dedicated and truly go above and beyond to meet the needs of each child. The school's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility is something that really resonated with me.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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