Sutton School
URN: 103877 • Dudley DY1 2DU
Overview
- Name
- Sutton School
- URN
- 103877
- Type
- Foundation special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ian Curnow (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01384818670
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Scotts Green Close, Dudley DY1 2DU
Summary
Sutton School is a foundation special school located in Dudley, catering to pupils aged 11-16 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school currently accommodates 189 students, with a capacity of 193, and focuses on supporting those with needs related to communication, interaction, cognition, and learning. Admissions are managed through Dudley Local Authority's SEND Placements Team, ensuring that placements align with each child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
The school promotes British Values through its curriculum and ethos, encouraging democracy, respect for the rule of law, individual liberty, and tolerance. Pupils are actively engaged in decision-making processes, including participation in a school council, and are taught to understand their rights and responsibilities. The school also fosters a strong anti-bullying culture and provides opportunities for pupils to learn about diverse cultures and beliefs.
Sutton School is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students can develop self-esteem, confidence, and critical thinking skills. The school values collaboration with parents and the wider community to ensure that each pupil receives the best possible educational experience.
The school promotes British Values through its curriculum and ethos, encouraging democracy, respect for the rule of law, individual liberty, and tolerance. Pupils are actively engaged in decision-making processes, including participation in a school council, and are taught to understand their rights and responsibilities. The school also fosters a strong anti-bullying culture and provides opportunities for pupils to learn about diverse cultures and beliefs.
Sutton School is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students can develop self-esteem, confidence, and critical thinking skills. The school values collaboration with parents and the wider community to ensure that each pupil receives the best possible educational experience.
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- SEND (sen)
- Events (calendar)
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- Admissions and School Tours (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates and Attendance (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Cherry Tree Learning Centre (62.7)
- Cherry Tree Learning Centre (60.2)
- Woodsetton School (57.5)
- Sycamore Short Stay School (45.7)
- Abberley Street Pupil Referral Unit (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Dudley
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 193
- Pupils
- 189
- Boys
- 129
- Girls
- 60
- FSM %
- 52.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 189 | 129 | 60 | 193 | 52.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 191 | 137 | 54 | 193 | 53.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 183 | 128 | 55 | 187 | 50.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 183 | 128 | 55 | 165 | 50.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 181 | 128 | 53 | 165 | 50.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 179 | 124 | 55 | 165 | 47.50 |
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