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New Directions
London, United Kingdom
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About New Directions
New Directions PRU offers on-site provision for KS4 students who wish to access a more vocational and applied skills based education programme.
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Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.3
Teaching Quality
4.7
Communication
4.7
Student Wellbeing
4.3
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
0.9
Teachers (FTE)
Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.
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Daniel T
Parent
Feb 20, 2023
5.0
New Directions has been a lifesaver for our family. The BTEC courses have given my daughter the skills and qualifications she needed to pursue her dream career. The teachers and staff are passionate and committed to helping each student succeed. We can't thank them enough!
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
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Rachel K
Parent
Nov 25, 2022
3.0
"Some great aspects, but areas for improvement"
I've been really impressed with the vocational skills my son has been learning at New Directions. However, I've found that the communication between parents and teachers could be better. Sometimes we don't get updates on our child's progress and it's frustrating when we need to chase up for information. I hope they can work on this in the future.
Safety & Wellbeing
3/5
Teaching & Learning
3/5
Communication
3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
3/5
Facilities
3/5
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Emily J
Parent
May 10, 2022
5.0
"Outstanding Support for my son!"
I'm so grateful for the help New Directions has given my son. The facilities are excellent and the teachers are kind and understanding. My son was struggling at his previous school but New Directions has helped him find his strengths and build his confidence.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
5/5
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Sophia M
Parent
Sep 15, 2021
4.0
"Helped my son turn his life around"
My son was at a crossroads and wasn't sure which path to take. New Directions helped him find his strengths and build his confidence. The facilities and staff are excellent and I'm so grateful for the support they gave him. The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is that I wish they had more resources for mental health support.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
5/5