Wells Park School

About Wells Park School

A residential primary school for SEMH pupils aged 5 - 11 in Essex.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 11 responses • 18.6% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

100% positive

The school has high expectations for my child

100% positive

My child does well at this school

100% positive

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 11 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

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

3.0

Teachers (FTE)

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

Reviews 3

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Ryan B. Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2023

4.0

"A great experience, but some areas for improvement"

We've had a mostly positive experience at Wells Park School. The staff have been friendly and supportive, and our child has made good progress academically and emotionally. However, we've sometimes struggled to get updates on our child's progress, and the school could benefit from more regular communication with parents.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Jessica T. Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A haven for our child to thrive"

We were initially hesitant to send our child to a residential school, but Wells Park School has exceeded our expectations in every way. The staff are caring and dedicated, and the facilities are top-notch. Our child has blossomed in a safe and supportive environment, and we couldn't be more grateful.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W. Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Wells Park School exceeds expectations!"

We've been incredibly pleased with the care and support our child has received at Wells Park School. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the staff have been incredibly supportive in helping our child overcome their SEMH challenges. The school's focus on providing a safe and nurturing environment has been truly impressive.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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