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Woodbridge Road Academy

Ipswich, United Kingdom
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About Woodbridge Road Academy

A school for pupils with special educational needs in Suffolk. We have a holistic approach to learning and teach a broad and balanced curriculum.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Naomi Shenton

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews
Safety & Security 5.0
Teaching Quality 4.5
Communication 4.5
Student Wellbeing 5.0
Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 13 responses • 17.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

84.7% positive 15.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

77% positive 15.4% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

84.7% positive 15.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

84.6% positive 7.7% negative

My child does well at this school

76.9% positive 15.4% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 13 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
3.8
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

3 pupils in cohort

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

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Emily J
Parent Jun 1, 2022
5.0

"An amazing school for my child"

I'm so grateful to have found Woodbridge Road Academy for my child. The staff are caring and supportive, and the facilities are excellent. I love how the school values integrity, community and excellence - these are all qualities that my child is learning to embody. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a special school that truly cares about its pupils.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Sophia W
Parent Feb 1, 2021
4.0

"Some positives, some areas for improvement"

I have mixed feelings about Woodbridge Road Academy. On the one hand, I think the school does an excellent job of providing a safe and supportive environment for its pupils. My child's teachers are all very enthusiastic and dedicated, and I appreciate the focus on communication and emotional regulation. However, I do think that the school could do more to engage with parents and involve them in the learning process. I've also had some concerns about the school's uniform policy, which I think is a bit too restrictive.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
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Rupert B
Parent Sep 1, 2020
5.0

"Helped my child thrive"

My child spent 3 years at Woodbridge Road Academy and made tremendous progress during that time. The school's structured approach and focus on communication and emotional regulation really helped my child thrive. I was impressed by the extracurricular activities on offer and the way the school encouraged my child to try new things. I would highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a supportive and challenging education for their child.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5

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