Special
Ofsted Outstanding
About Springhead School
Springhead School is an all-age specialist school for cognition and learning – a community special school based in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, UK. We are registered for pupils aged between 2 and 19 years and many have a broad range of additional special educational needs.
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Beth
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.5
Teaching Quality
5.0
Communication
4.5
Student Wellbeing
4.5
Facilities
5.0
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
5.2
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
5 pupils in cohort
Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables
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Sarah-Jayne T
Unconfirmed
Parent
May 10, 2022
4.0
"A Mixed Bag"
We've had a mixed experience with Springhead School so far. On the one hand, the staff are lovely and the facilities are great. Our daughter enjoys the pet therapy sessions and the school's emphasis on emotional well-being. However, we've had some issues with communication and the transitions between classes can be a bit rough at times. We're hoping things will smooth out as she gets older.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
3/5
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Emily B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Feb 15, 2022
5.0
"A Home Away from Home"
We've been at Springhead School for a few years now and I couldn't be more grateful for the love and care our daughter receives. The facilities are excellent, especially the hydrotherapy pool which has been a lifesaver for her. The values of respect, integrity, and positive attitude are truly evident in every aspect of the school. We feel so lucky to be a part of this community.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
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Jamie R
Unconfirmed
Parent
Aug 20, 2021
4.0
"A Journey of Growth"
Our son spent three wonderful years at Springhead School, and we were blown away by the progress he made. The Forest School program was a highlight for him, and he loved the trips to the beach. We were initially hesitant about sending him to a specialist school, but the staff were incredibly supportive and helped him grow into a confident young person.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
5/5
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