Children's Hospital School at Gt Ormond Street and UCH
URN: 100060 • London WC1N 3JH
Overview
- Name
- Children's Hospital School at Gt Ormond Street and UCH
- URN
- 100060
- Type
- Foundation special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 59.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Neela Moorghen (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02078138269
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Great Ormond Street, London WC1N 3JH
Summary
The Children's Hospital School at Great Ormond Street and UCLH is a foundation special school dedicated to providing education for children with medical needs. Established in 1951, the school aims to minimise disruption to the education of inpatients, ensuring that learning continues during hospital stays. With a team of over 40 staff, the school focuses on delivering a curriculum that is engaging and tailored to individual needs, promoting both academic achievement and emotional well-being.
The curriculum is designed to align with the National Curriculum while also being flexible to accommodate the unique circumstances of each student. Teachers collaborate with pupils, families, and NHS professionals to create personalised learning experiences that foster a sense of normality and support recovery. The school also integrates various educational activities, including virtual learning, to maintain connections with students' home schools.
In addition to academic support, the school values community and collaboration, offering a holistic approach that nurtures friendships and empowers pupils. By providing a familiar and supportive environment, the Children's Hospital School plays a crucial role in helping children navigate their educational journey during challenging times.
The curriculum is designed to align with the National Curriculum while also being flexible to accommodate the unique circumstances of each student. Teachers collaborate with pupils, families, and NHS professionals to create personalised learning experiences that foster a sense of normality and support recovery. The school also integrates various educational activities, including virtual learning, to maintain connections with students' home schools.
In addition to academic support, the school values community and collaboration, offering a holistic approach that nurtures friendships and empowers pupils. By providing a familiar and supportive environment, the Children's Hospital School plays a crucial role in helping children navigate their educational journey during challenging times.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- SEND Information (sen)
- News & Events News & Events (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Gosling Magazine (calendar)
- In the Press (calendar)
- Latest News (calendar)
- Term Dates (calendar)
- UCLH Newsletter (calendar)
- Upcoming Events (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Camden
- Age range
- 4 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 0
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2024-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2023-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 144 | 69 | 75 | 0.00 |
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