Ravenshall School

URN: 107799 • Dewsbury WF12 9EE

Overview

Name
Ravenshall School
URN
107799
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
61.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rik Robinson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01924456811
Website
Visit
Address
Ravensthorpe Road, Dewsbury WF12 9EE

Summary

Ravenshall School is a community special school located in Dewsbury, Kirklees, catering to 200 pupils with complex needs. The school is dedicated to providing an inclusive and supportive environment, where every student is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. Ravenshall has been recognised for its outstanding educational practices, with a focus on empowering students through a diverse curriculum that includes practical and vocational subjects alongside core functional skills.

The school places a strong emphasis on preparing students for adulthood, offering a Preparation for Adulthood (PfA) programme that equips learners with essential skills for independence. This includes subjects like Design and Technology, Horticulture, and Independent Living Skills. Ravenshall prides itself on its high expectations, with all leavers successfully securing placements in further education.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Ravenshall's ethos, fostering partnerships with local schools and agencies to enhance learning experiences. The school actively promotes equality and diversity, ensuring that all pupils are given a voice and the opportunity to participate in their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Kirklees
Age range
5 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
200
Pupils
200
Boys
145
Girls
55
FSM %
57.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-02-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 200 145 55 200 57.10
2024-09-11 209 152 57 200 58.40
2023-09-11 201 150 51 200 51.80
2022-09-11 201 150 51 200 51.80
2021-09-11 199 144 55 200 47.60
2020-09-11 197 144 53 191 50.90

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