Arbour Academy

About Arbour Academy

Arbour Academy provides a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum delivered in a small nurturing environment, for young people unable to access a mainstream school setting due to anxiety and mental health needs.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs Lindsay Regan/DSL, Mrs Joanne McQueen/DSL

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 10 responses • 38.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

70% positive 20% negative

My child feels safe at this school

90% positive 10% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

90% positive 10% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

90% positive 10% negative

My child does well at this school

100% positive

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 10 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

1.3

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Reviews 3

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"A Safe Haven for Children to Thrive"

Arbour Academy has provided my child with a safe and nurturing environment to learn. The staff are caring and understanding, and the facilities are modern and well-equipped. I appreciate the emphasis on emotional wellbeing and resilience, which has really helped my child.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophia W Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 18, 2022

4.0

"Good but Room for Improvement"

My child has been attending Arbour Academy for a year now, and while the staff are generally very friendly and supportive, I feel that the school could do more to engage parents in the decision-making process. The outdoor learning facilities are great, but I'd love to see more opportunities for parents to get involved in events and activities.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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David T Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 20, 2021

4.0

"Excellent Education for Children with Special Needs"

As a former parent, I can confidently say that Arbour Academy provided my child with an excellent education. The Duke of Edinburgh program was a particular highlight, and the pastoral care was also excellent. My child has gone on to achieve great things since leaving the school.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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