The Fitzroy Academy

About The Fitzroy Academy

The Fitzroy Academy is an Independent Special Needs School providing high-quality personalised education for students with a range of learning needs including Autism, Learning Disabilities, and associated social, emotional, mental health needs.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Miss Lydia Swinton

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

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

1.0

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

1 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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James G Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 20, 2022

4.0

"Some Areas for Improvement"

While our son has made good progress at The Fitzroy Academy, we've encountered some difficulties with communication and organization. With a bit more attention to these areas, we have no doubt the school will continue to excel.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Tom B Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 10, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional Education and Care"

We were blown away by the welcome we received at The Fitzroy Academy. The school's values of community, creativity and well-being align perfectly with our own family values, and our daughter has thrived in this nurturing environment.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily J Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2022

5.0

"A Home from Home for Our Son"

The Fitzroy Academy has been a game-changer for our family. The staff are kind, caring and truly dedicated to their work. The facilities are excellent and our son feels happy and supported every day.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel T Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 25, 2021

4.0

"A Lasting Legacy"

We moved our son to The Fitzroy Academy when he was struggling in mainstream school. The support and guidance he received were invaluable, and he went on to achieve remarkable things. We're so grateful for the time he spent at the school.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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