Special
Ofsted Good
About Wyvern Academy
Wyvern Academy is a purpose-built specialist school for children and young people aged 2 to 19 years with learning difficulties, including autism, physical and sensory disabilities and healthcare needs. We have a 'child-centred, family-focused' approach at the heart of our work. We provide high-quality pastoral support to pupils and their families.
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Katherine Seymour
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.5
Teaching Quality
5.0
Communication
4.5
Student Wellbeing
5.0
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
4.5
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
2 pupils in cohort
Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables
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Reviews 3
E
Emily R
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2022
5.0
"A Caring and Supportive Environment"
Wyvern Academy has been a game-changer for our family. The staff are truly caring and supportive, and the facilities are second-to-none. My child has thrived in their inclusive and child-centred environment.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
4/5
L
Liam T
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 15, 2022
5.0
"An Amazing School"
Wyvern Academy exceeded our expectations in every way. The school's commitment to providing a bespoke curriculum and individualised therapeutic approaches was instrumental in our child's progress. We are forever grateful.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
R
Rachel B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Mar 1, 2021
4.0
"Mixed Feelings"
While we have appreciated Wyvern's focus on pastoral support and safety, we've experienced some inconsistencies in teaching quality. Our child has had some good days, but also some challenging ones. We're hoping the school will continue to work on these areas.
Safety & Wellbeing
3/5
Teaching & Learning
3/5
Communication
3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
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