Sandgate School
URN: 112465 • Kendal LA9 6JG
Overview
- Name
- Sandgate School
- URN
- 112465
- 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
- 64.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Daniel Hinton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01539792100
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sandylands Road, Kendal LA9 6JG
Summary
Sandgate School is a community special school located in Kendal, Westmorland and Furness, catering to a diverse group of 151 mixed-gender pupils with a capacity of 160. The school is dedicated to providing tailored educational experiences for students with additional needs, focusing on achievement for all. The curriculum is designed to be inclusive, incorporating core subjects such as English, Maths, and Science, alongside sensory and thematic learning approaches that engage students in various ways.
The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and parental engagement, regularly seeking feedback to enhance their support for families. Sandgate School also offers various extracurricular activities, including sports and outdoor learning, to promote holistic development. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and socially.
Additionally, Sandgate School is currently seeking qualified individuals to join their team as Teaching Assistants and other roles, reflecting their commitment to continuous improvement and support for both staff and students. For more information, visit their website at http://www.sandgateschool.org.uk/.
The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and parental engagement, regularly seeking feedback to enhance their support for families. Sandgate School also offers various extracurricular activities, including sports and outdoor learning, to promote holistic development. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and socially.
Additionally, Sandgate School is currently seeking qualified individuals to join their team as Teaching Assistants and other roles, reflecting their commitment to continuous improvement and support for both staff and students. For more information, visit their website at http://www.sandgateschool.org.uk/.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Attendance Record (governance)
- Calendar of Meetings (governance)
- Contact Chair of Governors (governance)
- Declaration of Interests (governance)
- Designated Governor Responsibilites (governance)
- GovernanceGovernance (governance)
- Sensory (sen)
- Ofsted Report (download)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Cambian Whinfell School (62.3)
- South Lakes Academy (55.2)
- Appletree School (52.2)
- Fellside School (45.2)
- Holme Park School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 160
- Pupils
- 151
- Boys
- 96
- Girls
- 55
- FSM %
- 32.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 151 | 96 | 55 | 160 | 32.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 116 | 69 | 47 | 120 | 37.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 115 | 74 | 41 | 120 | 27.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 115 | 74 | 41 | 120 | 27.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 106 | 69 | 37 | 110 | 25.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 93 | 61 | 32 | 80 | 20.80 |
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