Duke of Lancaster School

About Duke of Lancaster School

Duke of Lancaster is a special school for students aged 5-16 with Communication and Interaction difficulties. We support young people with a range of needs, specifically: Students with a full Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

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Key Facts

Students 100

Head/Principal Elizabeth Barneveld

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

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

5.0

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

7.5

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-3.10

Progress 8

Well below average

0.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

0.0%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

0.0% entered EBacc

0.0% achieved EBacc

6 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 3

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent May 1, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional Support and Care"

I've been blown away by the level of support and care that the Duke of Lancaster team has provided for my child. The sensory rooms are fantastic and have really helped with their anxiety. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to be part of this community.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Michael T Unconfirmed

Parent Oct 15, 2021

5.0

"Fantastic School, Fabulous Staff"

Duke of Lancaster has exceeded our expectations in every way. The staff are kind, patient, and dedicated to each child's individual needs. The school's focus on Interaction skills, Social skills, Emotional regulation skills, Academic skills, and preparing them for adulthood is exactly what we were looking for.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah K Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2020

4.0

"A Good School, but Room for Improvement"

We had a positive experience at Duke of Lancaster, but I wish they had more activities and outings for the children. The staff were lovely, but sometimes it felt a bit too structured. I'm grateful for the foundation they gave my child, but I think there's room for more creativity and flexibility.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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