Ivel Valley School & College

Ivel Valley School & College, located in Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire, is a community special school catering to 259 mixed-gender pupils with a capacity of 260. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes individuality and empowers learners aged 3 to 19. Its recent Ofsted inspection in September 2023 confirmed that Ivel Valley remains a good school, committed to becoming a Centre of Excellence in special education.

The school’s ethos centres around collaboration and joint working with various agencies, including the NHS and social care, to ensure that all pupils achieve their best possible outcomes. The curriculum is designed to support personal development and well-being, with a strong emphasis on inclusion and respect within the community. Ivel Valley prioritises the health and therapeutic needs of its students, offering a range of support services tailored to individual requirements.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, which values strong links with families and local services. The leadership team, led by Executive Headteacher Joe Creswick, is focused on fostering a happy, safe, and innovative learning environment for all students.