Special
Ofsted Good
About Beech Lodge School
Beech Lodge is a unique special school offering a transformational education for children with social & emotional difficulties primarily due to developmental trauma and adverse childhood experiences.
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Key Facts
Founded
2013
Head/Principal
Daniel Gillespie
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
5.0
Teaching Quality
4.7
Communication
4.7
Student Wellbeing
4.7
Facilities
5.0
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
3.9
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.
6.4
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
0.0%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
6.3%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both
Additional Information
0.0% entered EBacc
0.0% achieved EBacc
16 pupils in cohort
Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables
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Reviews 4
E
Emily W
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2022
5.0
"A Life-Changing Experience for Our Child"
Beech Lodge School has been a game-changer for our child. The values-based approach and compassionate staff have helped our child develop confidence and a love for learning. We're so grateful for the incredible facilities and programs, especially the 16+ provision which has given our child a sense of purpose and direction. We cannot recommend this school enough!
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
J
James T
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 15, 2022
5.0
"A Safe Haven for Our Child"
Beech Lodge has been a safe haven for our child, providing a supportive and inclusive environment that has allowed our child to thrive. The Headteacher, Dan, is a breath of fresh air, and the staff are passionate about helping each child grow and develop. We love the emphasis on outdoor activities and the beautiful facilities, which have encouraged our child to get outside and explore.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
5/5
S
Sophie D
Unconfirmed
Parent
Oct 25, 2021
5.0
"A Home Away from Home"
Beech Lodge has been a home away from home for our child. The school's focus on social and emotional development has helped our child build strong relationships with peers and staff. We appreciate the flexibility of the school's program, which has allowed our child to pursue their interests and passions. The staff are caring and understanding, and we feel confident that our child is in good hands.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
R
Rachel G
Unconfirmed
Parent
May 1, 2020
3.0
"A Mixed Experience"
We had a mixed experience at Beech Lodge. While the staff were generally supportive and caring, we felt that the school's approach to behavior management could be improved. Our child struggled with the academic demands, and we worried that they were not being challenged enough. However, the school's focus on emotional intelligence and well-being was a positive aspect, and we appreciated the efforts of the staff to help our child develop these skills.
Safety & Wellbeing
3/5
Teaching & Learning
3/5
Communication
3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
3/5
Facilities
3/5
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