Richmond Hill School
URN: 109743 • Luton LU2 7JL
Overview
- Name
- Richmond Hill School
- URN
- 109743
- 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
- 55.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Hannah Cameron (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01582721019
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sunridge Avenue, Luton LU2 7JL
Summary
Richmond Hill School is a community special school located in Luton, catering to children with severe and complex learning difficulties, including many on the autism spectrum. The school operates across two sites, Richmond Hill West and Richmond Hill East, and currently supports 282 pupils organized into 35 classes. Each student has an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan, ensuring tailored support to meet their individual needs.
The curriculum at Richmond Hill is designed to promote independence and communication skills, with a focus on preparing pupils for adulthood. Learning is categorized into three broad pathways: Pre-formal, Informal, and Semi-formal, allowing for personalized educational experiences that cater to varying levels of ability and engagement. The school employs augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) strategies to enhance language development, supported by a high staff-to-pupil ratio and input from external professionals.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Hannah Cameron, Richmond Hill School fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment, prioritising the well-being and personal achievement of every child. The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, aiming to create a supportive network for families.
The curriculum at Richmond Hill is designed to promote independence and communication skills, with a focus on preparing pupils for adulthood. Learning is categorized into three broad pathways: Pre-formal, Informal, and Semi-formal, allowing for personalized educational experiences that cater to varying levels of ability and engagement. The school employs augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) strategies to enhance language development, supported by a high staff-to-pupil ratio and input from external professionals.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Hannah Cameron, Richmond Hill School fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment, prioritising the well-being and personal achievement of every child. The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, aiming to create a supportive network for families.
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Nearby alternatives
- Lady Zia Wernher School (71.1)
- Woodlands Secondary School (65.8)
- University of Bedfordshire (60.2)
- Jamiatul Uloom Al - Islamia (59.0)
- Oakwood Primary School (57.6)
Key details
- LA
- Luton
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 283
- Pupils
- 282
- Boys
- 222
- Girls
- 60
- FSM %
- 35.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-11-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 282 | 222 | 60 | 283 | 35.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 275 | 221 | 54 | 280 | 31.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 265 | 211 | 54 | 260 | 30.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 265 | 211 | 54 | 260 | 30.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 255 | 198 | 57 | 255 | 32.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 232 | 179 | 53 | 240 | 28.00 |
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