Hinderton School

URN: 111510 • Ellesmere Port CH65 7AQ

Overview

Name
Hinderton School
URN
111510
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
66.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Liam Dowling (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01513292142
Website
Visit
Address
Capenhurst Lane, Ellesmere Port CH65 7AQ

Summary

Hinderton School is a community special school located in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, catering to children with Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and social communication difficulties. With a capacity of 45 pupils and currently accommodating 52, the school has consistently received an Outstanding rating from Ofsted in its last six inspections, including the most recent in June 2023. The school is also accredited with Specialist Advanced status by the National Autistic Society.

The curriculum at Hinderton is designed to support the unique needs of its pupils, focusing on developing literacy and numeracy skills through a structured assessment system. Progress is monitored regularly, ensuring that each child can achieve their full potential. The school employs a banding assessment system to track progress in key areas of English and maths, with a strong emphasis on tailored learning opportunities.

Hinderton School prioritises safeguarding and has robust procedures in place for the safety of all students and staff. Admissions are managed through the Cheshire West and Chester SEND team, and the school encourages prospective parents to engage with the admissions process to find out more about the support available for their children.

Key details

LA
Cheshire West and Chester
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
45
Pupils
52
Boys
36
Girls
16
FSM %
32.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 52 36 16 45 32.70
2024-09-11 48 31 17 45 29.20
2023-09-11 49 34 15 45 26.50
2022-09-11 49 34 15 45 26.50
2021-09-11 47 33 14 45 31.90
2020-09-11 46 35 11 45 34.80

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