Fountaindale School

About Fountaindale School

Fountaindale is a school for children and young people who are 3 to 18 years old who have profound and multiple learning needs, complex physical and medical needs and sensory needs.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Charlotte Adu

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 32 responses • 34.8% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

93.8% positive 6.3% negative

My child feels safe at this school

81.3% positive 15.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

62.5% positive 12.5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

68.8% positive 18.7% negative

My child does well at this school

81.3% positive 15.6% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 32 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

4.6

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

4 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 J Unconfirmed

Parent May 15, 2022

5.0

"A loving and supportive community!"

I've been blown away by the dedication and care of the Fountaindale staff. My child has grown so much since starting, and I love how the school incorporates our values into the curriculum. The facilities are also amazing, especially the sensory room!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Michael T Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 1, 2022

4.0

"Room for improvement, but a great effort"

While my child has generally had a positive experience at Fountaindale, I do think the school could improve its communication with parents. The staff are lovely, and the classes seem engaging, but I've occasionally struggled to get updates on my child's progress.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rachel B Unconfirmed

Parent Aug 20, 2021

5.0

"A true haven for our child"

We were so grateful to have our son at Fountaindale School. The school's commitment to supporting children with complex needs is truly inspiring. We've seen our child thrive and make incredible progress, and we'll always be thankful for the experience.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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