Greenbank School

URN: 111503 • Northwich CW8 1LD

Overview

Name
Greenbank School
URN
111503
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
44.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael McCann (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01606663820
Website
Visit
Address
Greenbank Lane, Northwich CW8 1LD

Summary

Greenbank School is a community special school located in Hartford, Northwich, catering to students aged 11-18 with autism, speech, language, and communication difficulties. The school has a capacity of 121 pupils, all of whom have an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) as part of their admission requirements. Greenbank is known for its calm and supportive environment, which fosters engagement and personal development among its students.

The curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, with a strong emphasis on communication, self-esteem, and social skills. Greenbank also offers a residential provision for students in Years 9-11, allowing them to participate in extended day or overnight stays, which further supports their learning outcomes. The school prioritises trauma-informed practices and adaptive autism strategies to ensure that all students thrive.

Greenbank School is part of a larger educational campus that includes other primary and secondary schools, promoting a sense of community. The school is consistently oversubscribed, reflecting its reputation for providing high-quality education tailored to the needs of its students.

Key details

LA
Cheshire West and Chester
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
121
Pupils
121
Boys
108
Girls
13
FSM %
44.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 121 108 13 121 44.20
2024-09-11 120 109 11 119 42.70
2023-09-11 108 96 12 119 41.30
2022-09-11 108 96 12 99 41.30
2021-09-11 112 97 15 99 38.80
2020-09-11 105 88 17 99 32.90

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