David Lewis School
URN: 111499 • Alderley Edge SK9 7UD
Overview
- Name
- David Lewis School
- URN
- 111499
- Type
- Non-maintained special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Angie Fisher (since 2025) , Director of Education
- Telephone
- 01565640186
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Mill Lane, Alderley Edge SK9 7UD
Summary
David Lewis School, located in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, is a non-maintained special school catering to 34 pupils with complex needs, including learning disabilities and autism. The school operates with a capacity of 91 and offers a mixed-gender environment. It focuses on providing tailored educational programmes that promote growth in social, leisure, and practical skills, preparing students for future independence.
The ethos of David Lewis School is centred around creating a supportive and nurturing environment where students feel safe and valued. Recent activities, such as a sponsored walk and holiday excursions, highlight the school's commitment to fostering a sense of community and personal achievement among its pupils. The school also engages in training for healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible care for its students, reflecting its dedication to holistic support.
Community involvement is a key aspect of David Lewis School, with local partnerships and fundraising initiatives enhancing its resources and outreach. The school actively encourages collaboration with families and local organisations, reinforcing its mission to empower every individual and celebrate their successes.
The ethos of David Lewis School is centred around creating a supportive and nurturing environment where students feel safe and valued. Recent activities, such as a sponsored walk and holiday excursions, highlight the school's commitment to fostering a sense of community and personal achievement among its pupils. The school also engages in training for healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible care for its students, reflecting its dedication to holistic support.
Community involvement is a key aspect of David Lewis School, with local partnerships and fundraising initiatives enhancing its resources and outreach. The school actively encourages collaboration with families and local organisations, reinforcing its mission to empower every individual and celebrate their successes.
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Nearby alternatives
- The David Lewis Centre (70.2)
- St Hilary's School (45.2)
- The Ryleys School (42.2)
- Alderley Edge School for Girls (35.8)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire East
- Age range
- 7 - 19
- Boarders
- College / FE residential accommodation
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 91
- Pupils
- 34
- Boys
- 21
- Girls
- 13
- FSM %
- 46.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-01-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 34 | 21 | 13 | 91 | 46.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 22 | 16 | 6 | 91 | 30.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 91 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 91 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 91 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 91 | 0.00 |
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