Hopescourt School

About Hopescourt School

Hopescourt School is a new all-through specialist school in Walton-on-Thames for children aged 4-19. It provides high-quality specialist education for autistic children and children who have communication and interaction needs. The school aims to empower young people to flourish.

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Key Facts

Founded 2024

Students 77

Head/Principal Alex Burrows

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

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

3.6

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.

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

Reviews 3

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A Game-Changing School for Our Son"

We're absolutely thrilled with Hopescourt School. The emphasis on mental health and wellbeing has been a godsend for our son, who was struggling in a previous school. The 'pause, breathe, think and flourish' approach is truly inspiring and we've seen a huge confidence boost in him since joining Hopescourt.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Samantha T Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Feelings About Hopescourt School"

We've been impressed by the school's facilities and the enthusiasm of the staff, but we're still feeling our way through the curriculum and pastoral care systems. Our child seems happy and engaged, but we're not yet convinced that the school is meeting all of their needs.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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David J Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent Support for Children with SEN"

My son attended Hopescourt School for two years and we were blown away by the dedication and expertise of the staff. The school's commitment to providing specialist support for children with SEN is truly impressive and we feel that it gave our son the best possible chance of success.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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