# Glendinning Academy — Newton Abbot, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 4 published reviews

## Contact

- **Address:** Unit 15-16 St Austell Business Park, Carclaze, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4FD
- **Phone:** +44 1626305220
- **Website:** https://www.wavemat.org
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/newton-abbot/glendinning-academy-21310

## About

Glendinning is one of only three Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) schools across Devon to receive this prestigious recognition.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Good — Jul 2023
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Jul 2023
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Jul 2023
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Jul 2023
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Good — Jul 2023

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Exceptional Support for My Son: We've been blown away by the exceptional support and care provided by the staff at Glendinning Academy. The woodland spaces and gardens are a game-changer for our child's engagement and learning. We feel so lucky to have found this academy! *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — A Bright Spot in Our Education Journey: We were nervous about sending our child to an alternative provision academy, but Glendinning has exceeded our expectations. The bespoke learning programs and access to vocational routes have helped our child discover their passions and interests. *(Jan 2022)*
- **5/5** — A Truly Inclusive Environment: Our child had a wonderful experience at Glendinning Academy, and we credit the trust's values of inclusivity, respect, and empathy for their growth. The 'Work As One Team' approach is inspiring, and it's clear that the staff genuinely care about each child's well-being. *(Jun 2021)*
- **4/5** — A Mixed Bag, but Overall Positive: While we appreciate the academy's commitment to emotional well-being and self-esteem, we've experienced some inconsistency in teaching quality. However, the staff are generally supportive, and the facilities are excellent. We hope to see continued improvement in the coming year. *(Mar 2021)*

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