Halesbury School
URN: 103881 • Halesowen B62 9DR
Overview
- Name
- Halesbury School
- URN
- 103881
- Type
- Foundation special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Peoples Field Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 47.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Amanda Appleby Payne (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01384818630
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Feldon Lane, Halesowen B62 9DR
Summary
Halesbury School is a foundation special school located in Halesowen, Dudley, catering to a diverse range of pupils aged 4 to 19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), complex communication needs, and learning difficulties. The school prioritises the individuality of each student, aiming to foster independence and essential life skills to help them become valued members of their community.
With a current enrolment of 174 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 117, Halesbury School provides a supportive environment where skilled staff work collaboratively with families to meet the unique needs of each child. The school’s mission, "Achieve, Believe, and Challenge," reflects its commitment to motivating students to reach their full potential while promoting communication and social skills.
Halesbury School is accredited by the National Autistic Society, ensuring a high standard of care and educational support. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, encouraging lifelong learning and integration, which is essential for the personal development of its students. For more information, visit their website at [Halesbury School](http://www.halesbury.dudley.sch.uk/).
With a current enrolment of 174 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 117, Halesbury School provides a supportive environment where skilled staff work collaboratively with families to meet the unique needs of each child. The school’s mission, "Achieve, Believe, and Challenge," reflects its commitment to motivating students to reach their full potential while promoting communication and social skills.
Halesbury School is accredited by the National Autistic Society, ensuring a high standard of care and educational support. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, encouraging lifelong learning and integration, which is essential for the personal development of its students. For more information, visit their website at [Halesbury School](http://www.halesbury.dudley.sch.uk/).
Useful links
- Governors Page (governance)
- News (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Read more (calendar)
- Read more (calendar)
- Read more (calendar)
- Makaton Videos (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Read more (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Newhall Theatre Project (40.6)
- The Mount School (37.5)
- Coombswood Special School (35.5)
Key details
- LA
- Dudley
- Age range
- 4 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Peoples Field Trust
- Capacity
- 117
- Pupils
- 174
- Boys
- 140
- Girls
- 34
- FSM %
- 42.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 174 | 140 | 34 | 117 | 42.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 170 | 137 | 33 | 117 | 40.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 155 | 123 | 32 | 117 | 45.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 155 | 123 | 32 | 117 | 45.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 148 | 118 | 30 | 117 | 46.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 135 | 106 | 29 | 133 | 41.50 |
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