Pathways School

About Pathways School

Pathways School is an independent specialist secondary school for children and young people with autism and complex needs. We aim to improve the quality of life for our students as well as for their family members and carers. Our approach is holistic, person-centred and ambitious.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Neil Jones

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

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

0.8

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

2 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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Emily W

Parent Feb 20, 2022

5.0

"Life-changing experience for our child"

Pathways School has been a game-changer for our child. The staff are kind, understanding, and go above and beyond to support our child's needs. The facilities are modern and well-equipped, and the approach to education is holistic and person-centred. We feel so lucky to have found this school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Oliver T

Parent Jan 25, 2022

4.0

"Some initial teething problems"

We've had a mixed experience with Pathways School so far. While the staff are generally supportive, we've encountered some initial teething problems with communication and record-keeping. However, the school's commitment to autism and SEND education is clear, and we're hopeful that these issues will be resolved in time.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Raj S

Parent Sep 15, 2021

5.0

"A supportive community"

Our child has thrived at Pathways School, thanks to the supportive community and staff who understand the complexities of autism. The school's values of safety, motivation, and enjoyment align perfectly with our family's values, and we've seen our child grow in confidence and independence.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Samantha B

Parent Jun 12, 2020

4.0

"A difficult transition smoothed by Pathways"

We were worried about how our child would transition to high school, but Pathways School made the process much smoother than we had anticipated. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the school's focus on functional communication and independent living skills helped our child to settle in quickly.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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