Clifton Hill School

About Clifton Hill School

Clifton Hill School is a Special School for children and young people aged 11-19 with severe and profound multiple learning difficulties. Our curriculum and the work we do is built around the key intention of keeping our students’ worlds wide. We provide high quality education, a key focus on developing communication skills and community based learning.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Lucy Wijsveld

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.0

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

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

4.0

Teachers (FTE)

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

Reviews 4

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Samantha T.

Parent Aug 20, 2023

4.0

"Fantastic Facilities and Friendly Staff"

We're really happy with Clifton Hill so far. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the staff are always friendly and helpful. Our son is still getting used to the school, but we're confident he'll thrive here.

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 10, 2023

5.0

"Outstanding Support for My Child"

We've been so impressed with the way Clifton Hill has welcomed our daughter and helped her thrive. The independence training has been especially helpful, and we love the focus on community-based learning.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Oliver R.

Parent Nov 25, 2022

3.0

"Some Initial Adjustments Needed"

While we're generally pleased with Clifton Hill, we did experience some initial challenges with the transition from primary school. Some of the activities and lessons took a little time to get used to, but the staff have been supportive and responsive to our concerns.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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James B.

Parent May 15, 2022

5.0

"Life-Changing Experience for Our Son"

My son attended Clifton Hill from Year 7 to 11, and it was truly a life-changing experience for him. The staff are incredibly supportive and helped him develop essential skills for adulthood. I couldn't recommend this school more!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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