Special
Ofsted Outstanding
About The Gateway School
The Gateway School is a special needs secondary school, catering for young people with an Educational Healthcare Plan (EHCP) whose primary need is linked to Social, Emotional and/or Mental Health (SEMH). Our students deal with issues which directly affect their ability to deal with social and emotional issues effectively and/or to positively balance their mental health. We are committed to helping them to prepare for adulthood and life outside of school.
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Conor Renihan
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.5
Teaching Quality
4.5
Communication
4.5
Student Wellbeing
4.5
Facilities
5.0
School Workforce
Teacher and staff information β’ 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
3.9
Teachers (FTE)
Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.
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Reviews 3
E
Emily W
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2022
5.0
"Excellent Support for Our Child's SEMH Needs"
We have been thoroughly impressed with the dedication and support shown by The Gateway School to our child's SEMH needs. The new facilities are excellent and the staff go above and beyond to ensure our child feels safe and included. We have seen a huge improvement in our child's confidence and well-being since joining the school.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
D
David T
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 15, 2022
4.0
"Encouraging Independence and Confidence"
Our child has thrived at The Gateway School and we are grateful for the opportunities provided to encourage independence and confidence. The Arbor resilience program has been particularly effective in helping our child develop coping strategies and manage anxiety.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
5/5
S
Sophie B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Mar 20, 2022
3.0
"Mixed Experience"
We had a mixed experience with The Gateway School, with some excellent staff members who truly cared about our child's well-being, but also some challenges with communication and consistency. We appreciated the efforts made to support our child's SEMH needs, but felt that the school could improve in some areas.
Safety & Wellbeing
3/5
Teaching & Learning
3/5
Communication
3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
3/5
Facilities
4/5
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