Saxon Hill Academy

About Saxon Hill Academy

Saxon Hill Academy is an all-age (2-19) special school for children with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Complex Medical Needs and Physical Disabilities. With opportunities for short-term residential stays at our ‘Outstanding’ Sleepover Club.

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Key Facts

Founded 2015

Head/Principal Maggie Candlish

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

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

6.7

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

11 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 B Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful experience for our child"

We've been thoroughly impressed with Saxon Hill Academy. The staff are dedicated and caring, and the facilities are excellent. Our child has thrived in the Sleepover Club, and we love the emphasis on creating leaders in learning and life. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca G Unconfirmed

Parent May 20, 2022

4.0

"Mixed feelings about the residential program"

While Saxon Hill Academy has been a good experience for our child, we've had some mixed feelings about the residential program. The Sleepover Club is fantastic, but we've had some concerns about the consistency of care during the week. That being said, the staff are generally very caring and dedicated, and we appreciate the emphasis on independence and wellbeing.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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James W Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 10, 2021

5.0

"Supportive and inclusive"

We were initially hesitant about sending our child to a special school, but Saxon Hill Academy exceeded our expectations. The team's commitment to inclusion and the pupil-led approach really resonated with us. Our child made excellent progress during their time there, and we're grateful for the support we received.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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