Talbot Specialist School

URN: 107178 • Sheffield S8 9JP

Overview

Name
Talbot Specialist School
URN
107178
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Heather Partington (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01142507394
Website
Visit
Address
Lees Hall Road, Sheffield S8 9JP

Summary

Talbot Specialist School is a community special school located in Sheffield, catering to students aged 11-19 with severe and complex learning difficulties. With a current enrolment of 234 pupils, the school aims to foster independence and prepare students for fulfilling adult lives. The dedicated staff employ creative teaching methods to provide a personalised, multi-sensory curriculum that includes qualifications such as Asdan Units and Entry Level.

The school operates on a strong ethos of partnership with parents and carers, recognising their vital role in the educational journey. Talbot Specialist School promotes an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to actively participate in school life and the wider community. The latest Ofsted inspection in June 2022 rated the school as 'Good', reflecting the commitment of the staff and the progress made by students.

For post-16 education, Talbot offers three distinct pathways tailored to individual needs: Enriched Adult Life, Supported Adult Life, and Independent Adult Life. Each pathway focuses on developing essential life skills, communication, and social abilities, ensuring that students are well-equipped for their future.

Key details

LA
Sheffield
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
234
Boys
159
Girls
75
FSM %
53.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 234 159 75 53.40
2024-09-11 235 157 78 54.30
2023-09-11 204 140 64 47.10
2022-09-11 204 140 64 47.10
2021-09-11 189 126 63 52.10
2020-09-11 180 117 63 56.70

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