# The Lion Works School — Poole, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Miss Collinson

## Contact

- **Address:** The Lion Works School, 543 Wallisdown road, Poole
- **Phone:** 01202 113707
- **Website:** https://www.thelionworksschool.org
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/poole/the-lion-works-school-21452

## About

The Lion Works School is an Independent Specialist school. We are a unique, progressive and inspirational place that welcomes students who have an ASC diagnosis or who present with needs that makes our specialised approach appropriate for them.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Jul 2025

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Amazing School - Our Child Thrives!: We were blown away by the warm welcome and the dedication of the staff at The Lion Works School. Our child has really blossomed since joining, and we appreciate how the school focuses on Ambition, Resilience, and Community engagement (ARC). The facilities are great and the teachers are always available to discuss progress. *(Jun 2022)*
- **5/5** — A Home Away from Home: We love The Lion Works School! Our child has found a sense of belonging, and the teachers are always available to support them. The school's focus on providing a safe and nurturing environment has been a game-changer for our child's mental health. We can't recommend it enough! *(Mar 2022)*
- **4/5** — Great Support for Our Son: We were pleased with the support our son received at The Lion Works School, particularly in his GCSE English Literature class. The school's emphasis on reducing barriers to learning really helped him build confidence. However, we found the communication with the teachers could be improved sometimes. *(Jan 2021)*

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