New Direction

About New Direction

New Direction provides a small, nurturing environment where strong, trusting relationships form the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to supporting each young person’s personal growth, wellbeing, and independence through a holistic and inclusive approach to education.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Yvonne Evans (Proprietor), Luke Collins (Head of Education)

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.0

Communication 4.0

Student Wellbeing 4.7

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

1.5

Teachers (FTE)

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

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

Additional Information

3 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Sarah J

Parent Oct 25, 2022

5.0

"An absolute gem of a school"

We've been blown away by the dedication and care of the staff at New Direction. The values of the school - Ready, Respectful, Safe - are evident in everything they do. Our daughter has thrived in the small class sizes and has developed a love of learning that we never thought possible.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Helen B

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A nurturing environment for our daughter"

We were blown away by the welcoming atmosphere at New Direction. Our daughter has thrived in the small class sizes and has made incredible progress with her equine studies. The staff are caring and supportive, always willing to adapt to our daughter's needs.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Daniel P

Parent Feb 20, 2022

4.0

"A good, but not perfect experience"

We've had a mixed experience with New Direction. The staff are lovely and the facilities are fantastic, but we've struggled with communication at times. Our son has enjoyed the equine studies and has made some progress, but we feel he could be pushed further.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W

Parent May 15, 2021

5.0

"Life-changing experience for our son"

We were so impressed with the holistic approach to education at New Direction. Our son was initially hesitant, but soon flourished in the therapeutic environment. He developed a passion for animal care and made incredible progress with his ASDAN qualifications.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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