Swanwick School and Sports College
URN: 113033 • Alfreton DE55 1AR
Overview
- Name
- Swanwick School and Sports College
- URN
- 113033
- 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
- 57.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Greenhough Danielle England (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01773602198
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hayes Lane, Alfreton DE55 1AR
Summary
Swanwick School and Sports College is a community special school located in Alfreton, Derbyshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 94 pupils, with a focus on providing tailored education for students with special educational needs. The school operates with a capacity of 94 and has a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and support for all families.
The curriculum at Swanwick is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, offering a range of pathways that include core subjects such as English, Maths, and Science, alongside life skills and vocational training. The school emphasizes the importance of personal development and social skills, ensuring that students are well-prepared for life beyond school.
Swanwick School and Sports College fosters a supportive community environment, with various resources available for both students and families, including occupational therapy and speech and language support. The school also engages parents through workshops and regular communication, promoting a collaborative approach to education and well-being.
The curriculum at Swanwick is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, offering a range of pathways that include core subjects such as English, Maths, and Science, alongside life skills and vocational training. The school emphasizes the importance of personal development and social skills, ensuring that students are well-prepared for life beyond school.
Swanwick School and Sports College fosters a supportive community environment, with various resources available for both students and families, including occupational therapy and speech and language support. The school also engages parents through workshops and regular communication, promoting a collaborative approach to education and well-being.
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Nearby alternatives
- Alfreton Park Community Special School (53.7)
- Hipper Pupil Referral Unit (37.5)
- Stretton House School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 5 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 94
- Pupils
- 94
- Boys
- 70
- Girls
- 24
- FSM %
- 53.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-03-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 94 | 70 | 24 | 94 | 53.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 96 | 72 | 24 | 93 | 46.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 88 | 63 | 25 | 85 | 46.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 88 | 63 | 25 | 85 | 46.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 85 | 58 | 27 | 82 | 52.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 83 | 53 | 30 | 82 | 47.00 |
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